To prepare:
Review the resources and clinical skills in the AGACNP Clinical Skills List and Resource Review document. It is recommended that you print out this document to serve as a guide throughout your practicum. Download the Clinical Skills and Procedures Self-Assessment Form to comUsing the Clinical Skills and Procedures Self-Assessment Form:Rate yourself according to your confidence level performing the procedures identified on the Clinical Skills and Procedures Self-Assessment Form.
Based on your ratings, summarize your strengths and opportunities for improvement. Based on your self-assessment and theory of nursing practice, develop 3–4 goals and objectives for this practicum experience. Include them on the designated area of the form. ** YOU MUST HAVE 3 NEW OBJECTIVES EACH QUARTER. You may include previous practicum objectives; however, you still must have 3 new objectives for your current course.