NURS 2021H Clinical Course Evaluation

Mid-Term Evaluation

Student: ____________________________________
Clinical Instructor: ____________________________
Placement: __________________________________
Missed Clinical Hours: ______

Missed Lab Hours: ______

NURS 2021H Clinical Course Mid-Term Evaluation

Course Objective
Recognize and begin to navigate the complexities of
family nursing.

Integrate knowledge from previous courses to support

diverse populations.

Progress
Evidence/Indicators

Satisfac
tory

Unsatisfac
tory

Caring for patients required me to adapt

to the differences and unique needs
they may have. For example, caring for
mom was much different than caring for
baby. The difference in age caused for
them to have different needs. For
example, the only communication that
babies have with us is crying, so when
they cry you have to figure out what it is
they want or need. For mothers it was
much different, I could simply just ask. I
also found that caring for first time
moms was much different than caring
for moms who already have already
given birth or have children at home.
The first time mothers had lots of
questions that I had to be prepared to
answer, they wanted demos of the baby
bath or they may need help changing
that first diaper. Mothers who already
have children, seemed to have less
questions, and were already very
knowledgeable about child birth
because of previous experience.
On orientation day, we were presented a
power point presentation with lots of
important information regarding this
placement. From this power point, I
learned and studied information about
post-partum assessments. I learned the
normal newborn vital signs which I use
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Critically appraise relational inquiry processes and

begin to develop meaningful relationships with health
care providers and family members.

Collaboratively formulate a plan of care based on

knowledge of family nursing, related theories and
scholarly literature.

every shift. I learned signs and

symptoms of neonatal hypoglycemia
which was relevant with my last patient
who was on the hypoglycemia protocol. I
learned about newborn jaundice, which
gave me background knowledge on
bilirubin and taught me exactly I am
testing for when I do the bili-meter on
the newborns.
Communicating with new mothers
taught me how care for these individuals
unique needs. This built a relationship
between my patients and I, allowing
them to trust me handling and caring for
their newborns. Baths were often
scheduled around time where both
parents could be involved.
By talking and reporting to my assigned
registered staff member during each
shift, I was able to show that I can be
counted on to do what needs to be
done. This proved to the staff members
my eagerness to learn and gain
experience, which resulted in them
allowing me to continue care or observe
care that they provide.
The first thing that I do when I get my
assigned patient, is read through their
charts to learn as much about them as I
can. The information that I gather from
the chart will determine certain aspects
of care or protocols that need to be
followed that day. For example, a baby
whose mother is GBS + is more
susceptible for infection and therefor
their vitals are taken more frequently
than a baby whose mother is GBS-.
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Develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of

health-promoting, evidence-based practice, reflecting
principles of family nursing as relational practice.

Demonstrate increasing competence and confidence

in the application of psychomotor skills in practice
settings.

Demonstrate accountability and professionalism that

is consistent with a nurse entering a self-regulating
profession.

Select appropriate community support services for

families needing referral to enhance coping with

While caring for mom and newborn, the

relevance of providing health-promoting
information is crucial. This could include
teaching moms about safe sleep, or
about feeding their newborn. It is also
important that the care I provide is
based not only on scientific evidence but
also on the clients perspectives and
their personal values, beliefs and needs.
Caring for a patients individual needs,
will maximize the quality of care that
they receive.
The first time that I watched my clinical
instructor perform a baby bath I was
very nervous to handle such a small
slippery human being in a tub of water. I
then performed my first baby bath on
my own. After gaining confidence in
myself, I assisted with 3 more baby
baths. I collected supplies, set up for the
bath and had everything ready on hand
in order to be more smooth and
efficient. I then bathed one more baby
on my own, while demonstrating to my
fellow students. I now feel confident in
both roles of the baby bath, and am
excited to continue to practice and
perfect the baby bath.
I have shown up to each clinical shift on
time and ready to learn. Throughout my
shift I report to my assigned nurse and
chart any care that I have provided. I
respect confidentiality by only
discussing my patients in the report
room or our post conference.
I accompanied a nurse during the
discharge process who was referred to
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diverse transitional experiences.

the POP clinic because they wanted to

check on how the baby was feeding 2
days after they were discharged.
Although I have not directly been
involved in any other referrals, I
recognize that if there are troubles
breastfeeding, they may be referred to
lactation services/breast feeding clinic.
Certain circumstances may bring the
need for a social worker to be involved
such as family issues, history of mental
health, or lack of social supports.

Clinical Instructor Comments (All areas marked as unsatisfactory must have a

comment)

Signature of Instructor___________________________________________________

Signature of Student_____________________________________________________
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Date _____________________________

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