Clinical Goals

Registered nurse standards

Standard 1: Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice

RNs use a variety of thinking strategies and the best available evidence in making decisions and providing safe, quality nursing
practice within person-centered and evidence-based frameworks.

The registered nurse Clinical Goal

1.1 accesses, analyses, and uses
the best available evidence, that
includes research findings, for safe,
quality practice
Objective: Increase my medication and pharmacy knowledge through learning about some of the
medications patients are taking on a regular basis. The drug name, Side effects, Drug Interactions, Description,
Uses, Pharmacology and Precautions

Rationale: access and analysis medication orders in order to clarify orders and decisions that are

unclear, not understood or questionable in addition question and/or clarify interventions that appear

inappropriate with relevant members of the health care team.

Strategy: to start a medication journal as suggested in HSNS206 Moodle site. I will Write down some

of the medications patients are taking on a regular basis and go home and research the drugs

Evidence: When I feel I am able to look at a medication order and it not seem correct be confident I have

1.2 develops practice through
reflection on experiences, knowledge,
actions, feelings and beliefs to identify
how these shape practice
1.3 respects all cultures and
experiences, which includes
responding to the role of family and
community that underpin the health of
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
peoples and people of other cultures
1.4 complies with legislation,
regulations, policies, guidelines and
other standards or requirements
relevant to the context of practice
when making decisions
the knowledge to question the order. – I am aware this is not something I will be able to do after my first
placement however to begin building that knowledge is where I am starting. This will ensure that I deliver safe
practice in regards to oral medication administration
Objective: Be able to put the theories which i have learnt in UNE into practice
effectively and efficiently. Develop good time management in every clinical
procedure;for example, dressing and taking vital signs.
Rationale:Good command of nursing knowledge and standard clinical practice can
improving the patients’ outcome.
Strategy: Read clinical psychomotor skills book at home, and observe carefully, ask if
not sure and follow the standard procedures strictly.
Evidence: practice makes perfect! When i feel confident and make patients
comfortable during clinical procedures; in addition, i am able to detect any
abnormalities to report the the RN.
Objective:
Rationale:
Strategy:
Evidence:
Objective: Better understanding of all the legislation and regulations, policies,
guidelines and strictly comply with them.
Rationale: Avoid putting myself and patients at risk
Strategy: focus on medication errors
Evidence: when i can bear in mind all the policies and not to go against even in urgent
 situations.
1.5 uses ethical frameworks when Objective:
making decisions
Rationale:

Strategy:

1.6 maintains accurate,
comprehensive and timely
documentation of assessments,
planning, decision-making, actions
and evaluations, and
Evidence:
Objective: Improve the handover and communication skills, establish appropriate
nursing care plan for the patients.
Rationale: It is extremely important to have effective communication skills both in
speaking and writing as a nurse. This minimize the misunderstandings between
colleagues and patients. For instance, medication errors and unclear documentations.

Strategy: Listen carefully to what and how ward staff talk to the patients and try to
imitate their expressions. Study one patient’s case per day, memorize the medical
terms.

1.7 contributes to quality
improvement and relevant research
Evidence: When i can fully understand the handover, talk like local people and
complete the nursing documentation correctly and timely.
Objective:
Rationale:

Strategy:

Evidence:
Registered nurse standards
Standard 2: Engages in therapeutic and professional

RN practice is based on purposefully engaging in effective therapeutic and professional relationships. This includes collegial
generosity in the context of mutual trust and respect in professional relationships.

The registered nurse Provide example in nursing practice

2.1 establishes, sustains Objective:
and concludes relationships in
a way that differentiates the Rationale:
boundaries between
professional and personal Strategy:
relationships
Evidence:
2.2 communicates Objective: To develop building rapport with the patients by enhancing my therapeutic
effectively, and is respectful of
a person’s dignity, culture, communication skills.
values, beliefs and rights
Rationale: building rapport through communication within professional boundaries is an effective

method to facilitate accurate nursing assessments and positive treatment outcomes for the

patient. This will enable me to deliver patient centered care through building a therapeutic

relationship.

Strategy: This could be learned through directly observing the registered nurses and other health

care providers and putting good communication methods into practice

 Evidence: This skill will take more time to establish but I’ll be able to measure my progress by

how comfortable I am in building therapeutic relationships. Within my scope of practice I am able to

deliver the appropriate communication.

2.3 recognises that people Objective:

are the experts in the
experience of their life Rationale:

Strategy:

Evidence:
2.4 provides support and Objective:
directs people to resources to
optimise health-related Rationale:
decisions
Strategy:

Evidence:
2.5 advocates on behalf of Objective:
people in a manner that
respects the person’s Rationale:
autonomy and legal capacity
Strategy:

Evidence:
2.6 uses delegation, Objective: To communicate effectively and efficiently to other staff members whilst on clinical
supervision, coordination,
consultation and referrals in placement
professional relationships to
achieve improved health
outcomes Rationale: The Registered Nurse Require nurses to be able to effectively communicate with other

staff members and clients to facilitate effective and efficient care. It is necessary to relay important

information clearly and succinctly. To be able to document information regarding the client is an

important skill, and knowing which information is relevant for documentation. This also complies

with the effective communication module in HSNS206

Strategy: Effective communication will be demonstrated by other staff members. By practicing

and further reading, will assist in developing communication skills.

Evidence: Feedback from other staff members and completion of the clinical skills assessment

documentation, will allow me to know if my communication skills are sufficient for working in

healthcare. Providing effective bedside handover and staff being able to understand the handover

2.7 actively fosters a culture of Objective:

safety and learning that
includes engaging with health Rationale:
professionals and others, to
share knowledge and practice Strategy:
that supports person-centred
care Evidence:
2.8 participates in and/or leads Objective:
collaborative practice, and
Rationale:
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Evidence:
2.9 reports notifiable conduct Objective:
of health professionals, health
workers and others. Rationale:

Strategy:

Evidence:
Standard 3: Maintains the capability for practice

RNs, as regulated health professionals, are responsible and accountable for ensuring they are safe, and have the capability for
practice. This includes ongoing self-management and responding when there is concern about other health professionals’ capability
for practice. RNs are responsible for their professional development and contribute to the development of others. They are also
responsible for providing information and education to enable people to make decisions and take action in relation to their health.
Registered nurse standards for practice

The registered nurse Clinical goal

3.1 considers and responds in a timely Objective:
manner to the health and wellbeing of
self and others in relation to the Rationale:
capability for practice
Strategy:
Evidence:
3.2 provides the information and Objective:
education required to enhance
people’s control over health Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
3.3 uses a lifelong learning approach Objective:
for continuing professional
development of self and others Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
3.4 accepts accountability for Objective:
decisions, actions, behaviours and
responsibilities inherent in their role,
and for the actions of others to whom Rationale:
they have delegated responsibilities
Strategy:
Evidence:
3.5 seeks and responds to practice Objective:
review and feedback
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
3.6 actively engages with the Objective:
profession, and
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
3.7 identifies and promotes the Objective:
integral role of nursing practice and
the profession in influencing better Rationale:
health outcomes for people.
Strategy:
Evidence:
Standard 4: Comprehensively conducts assessments

RNs accurately conduct comprehensive and systematic assessments. They analyse information and data and communicate
outcomes as the basis for practice.

The registered nurse Clinical Goal

4.1 conducts assessments that are Objective:
holistic as well as culturally
appropriate Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
4.2 uses a range of assessment Objective:
techniques to systematically collect
relevant and accurate information and Rationale:
data to inform practice
Strategy:
Evidence:
4.3 works in partnership to determine Objective:
factors that affect, or potentially affect,
the health and wellbeing of people Rationale:
and populations to determine priorities
for action and/ or for referral, and Strategy:
Evidence:
4.4 assesses the resources available Objective:
to inform planning.
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
Standard 5: Develops a plan for nursing practice

RNs are responsible for the planning and communication of nursing practice. Agreed plans are developed in partnership. They are
based on the RNs appraisal of comprehensive, relevant information, and evidence that is documented and communicated.
The registered nurse Clinical Goal
5.1 uses assessment data and best Objective:
available evidence to develop a plan
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
5.2 collaboratively constructs nursing Objective:
practice plans until contingencies,
options priorities, goals, actions, Rationale:
outcomes and timeframes are agreed
with the relevant persons Strategy:
Evidence:
5.3 documents, evaluates and Objective:
modifies plans accordingly to facilitate
the agreed outcomes Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
5.4 plans and negotiates how practice Objective:
will be evaluated and the time frame
of engagement, and Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
5.5 coordinates resources effectively Objective:
and efficiently for planned actions.
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
Standard 6: Provides safe, appropriate and responsive quality nursing practice

RNs provide and may delegate, quality and ethical goal-directed actions. These are based on comprehensive and systematic
assessment, and the best available evidence to achieve planned and agreed outcomes.
The registered nurse Clinical Goal
6.1 provides comprehensive safe, Objective:
quality practice to achieve agreed
goals and outcomes that are Rationale:
responsive to the nursing needs of
people Strategy:
Evidence:
6.2 practises within their scope of Objective:
practice
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
6.3 appropriately delegates aspects of Objective:
practice to enrolled nurses and others,
according to enrolled nurse’s scope of Rationale:
practice or others’ clinical or non-
clinical roles Strategy:
Evidence:
6.4 provides effective timely direction Objective:
and supervision to ensure that
delegated practice is safe and correct Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
6.5 practises in accordance with Objective:
relevant policies, guidelines,
standards, regulations and legislation, Rationale:
and
Strategy:
Evidence:
6.6 uses the appropriate processes to Objective:
identify and report potential and actual
risk related system issues and where Rationale:
practice may be below the expected
standards. Strategy:
Evidence:
Standard 7: Evaluates outcomes to inform nursing practice

RNs take responsibility for the evaluation of practice based on agreed priorities, goals, plans and outcomes and revises practice
accordingly.
The registered nurse Clinical goal
7.1 evaluates and monitors progress Objective:
towards the expected goals and
outcomes Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
7.2 revises the plan based on the Objective:
evaluation, and
Rationale:

Strategy:
Evidence:
7.3 determines, documents and Objective:
communicates further priorities, goals
and outcomes with the relevant Rationale:
persons.
Strategy:
Evidence: