This sample provides a structured Professional Development Portfolio for units 5152 and 5162, including a Skills Audit Table and a reflective analysis of volunteering/placement experience, guided by Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle and Belbin’s Team Roles.
This assessment entails the completion of two tasks and an Appendix, which have to be compiled and submitted together into one Word document. The assessment is meant to test my knowledge and ability to apply crucial concepts concerning professional development and volunteering and with help in writing assignments, in my future graduate career that I have identified. in my future graduate career that I have identified. I shall identify a Skills Audit Table as Task 1 and present a reflective analysis based on my alternative motioning, which forms Task 2.
Chosen Graduate Career: Midwife
| Skill | Current Stage | Target Stage | How Will You Achieve This | How Will You Measure This | Where/How Is This Covered in Your Programme |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Developed strong communication skills through academic studies and part-time work in customer service. Comfortable interacting with people from diverse backgrounds and conveying information clearly and empathetically (Rios et al., 2020). | Enhance communication skills to a professional level suitable for a midwife, ensuring effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams. | - Enrol in a communication skills workshop for healthcare professionals. - Participate in role-playing exercises and simulations during midwifery training. Seek feedback from mentors and peers on communication style and areas for improvement. | - Receive positive feedback from instructors and peers during training simulations. - Successfully complete the communication skills workshop and obtain a certificate. - Demonstrate effective communication during alternative motioning, as evidenced by patient and supervisor feedback. | Communication skills are integrated into the midwifery curriculum through lectures, workshops, and alternative motioning. |
| Clinical Skills | Basic clinical skills from undergraduate studies in nursing, including taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing basic patient assessments (Magembe, 2021). | Develop advanced clinical skills required for midwifery, including prenatal care, labour and delivery support, and postpartum care. | - Complete an accredited midwifery program with extensive clinical training. - Engage in hands-on practice during alternative motioning under the supervision of experienced midwives. - Attend additional workshops and training sessions on specific midwifery skills, such as neonatal resuscitation and breastfeeding support. | - Successfully completed all clinical training requirements of the midwifery program. - Receive positive evaluations from clinical supervisors and mentors. - Obtain certification in specialized midwifery skills, such as neonatal resuscitation. | Clinical skills are a core component of the midwifery program, with dedicated courses and alternative motioning focused on developing these skills. |
| Emotional Resilience | Developed some emotional resilience through experiences in nursing school and part-time work, encountering stressful situations and learning to manage emotions (Anderson, et al., 2021). | Build a high level of emotional resilience necessary for handling the demands of midwifery, including managing stress, coping with difficult situations, and providing compassionate care. | - Participate in stress management and resilience training programs. - Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques regularly. - Seek support from mentors and peers, and engage in reflective practice to process challenging experiences. | - Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and composed during high-pressure situations in alternative motioning. - Receive positive feedback from supervisors on the ability to manage stress and provide compassionate care. - Complete resilience training programs and obtain certificates of completion. | Emotional resilience is addressed in the midwifery curriculum through courses on professional development and reflective practice. |
| Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving | Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills through academic studies and clinical experiences, assessing patient conditions and making informed decisions (Easton-Gomez, et al., 2022). | Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively manage complex situations in midwifery, such as identifying and responding to complications during childbirth. | - Engage in case study discussions and problem-based learning activities during midwifery training. - Participate in clinical simulations that present complex scenarios requiring quick and effective decision-making. - Seek feedback from mentors on problem-solving approach and areas for improvement. | - Successfully complete problem-based learning activities and clinical simulations. - Receive positive evaluations from instructors and clinical supervisors on critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. - Demonstrate effective decision-making during alternative motioning, as evidenced by patient outcomes and supervisor feedback. | Critical thinking and problem-solving are integral parts of the midwifery curriculum, with dedicated courses and clinical experiences designed to develop these skills. |
Table 1: Skills Table
(Source: Self-Developed)
The table represents a skills audit showing in detail my current state of proficiency, desired proficiency level, and the actions necessary to achieve proficiency in four major skills a midwife should have: communication, clinical skills, emotional resilience, and critical thinking/problem-solving. Regarding communication skills, I will be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams by attending specialised workshops, participating in role-playing exercises, and asking for continuous feedback from mentors. The positive feedback during training simulations and alternative motioning will measure my progress (Borrelli, 2014).
I aim to progress from the competencies of basic nursing to mastery of the specific requirements for midwifery. This will be achieved through attending an accredited midwifery program, practical experiences during alternative motioning, and attending other related training on specialized midwifery skills. The success would be considered when all the requirements within the clinical training are achieved and the relevant licenses attained. I will build emotional resilience through attendance in stress management and resilience training programs, practice mindfulness techniques, and seek mentor and peer support. Assessment of my capability to be calm and composed during a high-pressure situation is by supervisor feedback and completion of resilience training programs (Lundgren and Berg, 2007).
Finally, to enhance my critical thinking and problem-solving skills, I will participate in case study discussions, attend clinical simulations, and request feedback regarding my approach to decision-making. My progress will be measured by completing problem-based learning activities and receiving positive feedback from clinical supervisors. This will be done systematically, hence enabling me to develop my skills and create a successful career in midwifery that will be capable of offering quality, sensitive care to women and their families during one of the most transitional phases in their lives.
Belbin's Team Roles theory pinpoints nine different roles a person could adopt to become more effective within a team. My strong roles were Resource Investigator, Team worker, and Plant. The above three selected roles therefore highlight my opportunities in exploiting opportunities, encouraging harmony within a team, and putting forward new ideas. With the alternative motioning experience in a reflective light, the framework of Gibbs' Reflective Cycle of 1988 will be applied by looking at some critical points while assessing personal performance based on Belbin's role.
In the alternative motioning, I worked in a local hospital as a midwifery intern, responsible for activities involving pregnancy from prenatal check-ups through labour and delivery. The role involved simple tasks such as vital signs and recording patient information initially; however, my role was becoming increasingly complex, being extended to include conducting prenatal assessment and postpartum care. These include effective communication, clinical skills, emotional resilience, and critical thinking skills. My strengths have included communicating in a manner to shows empathy towards the patients apart from working with the health team. On the contrary, I outlined what I needed to do to develop my clinical skills and emotional resilience skills. These skills also correspond to my Belbin roles: the Resource Investigator role emphasizes communication and networking, the Team worker is seeking collaboration, and the Plant deals with innovative problem-solving (Xu, et al., 2023).
Throughout the alternative motioning, I felt excited, satisfied, shocked, and concerned. Some of the activities were very exciting to be done and satisfying, such as assisting in labour and delivering babies. Shock and concern arose, for instance, in the complications of babies during delivery. The happiest areas of work which came under my traits and roles are direct patient contact and labour. Communication skills, along with the ability to work well with others, helped me through my challenges during alternative motioning. The qualities such as being a good listener and being a team player associated with my Belbin roles helped me greatly in my success (Neeson and Billington, 2022).
Of the three, my communication skills were more significantly enhanced during the placement. One clearly understands that to relate with the patients and their relatives, one has to be clearly and empathetically communicative, which I developed through practice and feedback. Some of my strengths were developing rapport with the patient and good working relationships with other members of the healthcare team. I was aware that a lot more clinical skills were needed to confidently handle some difficult medical situations (Higgins, 2021).
These skills are thus closely related to my Belbin roles: it is in the role of a Resource Investigator that my communicative and networking skills were highly needed to get information and build contacts; being a Team worker allowed smooth interaction within the healthcare team. And of course, the creative part of a thought process is highly requested in those troubled situations that need instant decisions. In the workplace, such skills will no doubt realize quality patient care and smooth working. Indeed, it is quite well documented that good communication is related to improved patient satisfaction and safety, whereas critical thinking involves practising problem-solving repeatedly very useful during the solution of many tough, complex situations in a clinical setting. The competencies listed here will always form the foundation on which I execute empathetic and competent practices in midwifery (Dunne, et al., 2024).
Looking back on my alternative motioning, several incidents, in particular, stood out that I needed to evaluate: incidents that required quick action from me and the need to support the midwife. One such incident has taught me how much further the development of my clinical skills was needed, along with immediate decision-making. Evaluating my approach, I realized that additional training and mentorship would be available. My Belbin's role fitted well with personal and professional development. The Resource Investigator is the role that emphasizes finding opportunities, which goes in line with my desire to pursue further training. The Team worker is a role of collaboration, which goes hand in hand with my aim of working closely with mentors and colleagues to enhance my skills. The Plant role will help me to be creative and find solutions to problems that lie ahead (Oviawe, 2020).
| Scenario | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Facing a similar scenario again | Approach with greater confidence and preparedness | - Reflect on past experiences to identify areas for improvement. - Develop a proactive mindset to anticipate potential challenges. |
| Regular Reflection | Implement regular reflection practices | - Set aside time weekly to reflect on experiences and identify lessons learned. - Use reflective journals to document thoughts and progress. |
| Seeking Feedback | Actively seek feedback from mentors and peers | - Request constructive feedback after completing tasks or projects. - Use feedback to identify strengths and areas for development (Adeani, et al., 2020). |
| Additional Clinical Training | Engage in additional clinical training and simulations | - Enrol in advanced clinical training programs to enhance skills. - Participate in simulation exercises to practice handling complex medical situations (Font Jiménez et al., 2023). |
| Building Competence | Continuously improve skills and build competence | - Set specific goals for skill development and track progress. - Attend workshops and seminars to stay updated on best practices. |
| Developing Emotional Resilience | Enhance emotional resilience through targeted strategies | - Participate in stress management and resilience training programs. - Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques regularly (Gribble and Netto, 2020). |
| Enhancing Communication Skills | Improve communication skills through practice and feedback | - Enrol in communication skills workshops for healthcare professionals. - Engage in role-playing exercises and simulations during training. |
| Networking and Collaboration | Foster strong professional relationships and teamwork | - Attend professional networking events and conferences. - Collaborate with colleagues on projects and share best practices. |
Table 2: Action Plan
7 Years | MSc
(Source: Self-Developed)
My alternative motioning experiences, combined with the understanding I gained from Belbin's work on roles, are going to shape the path of my future as a professional. Understanding my strengths and areas for development allows me to make choices for career growth. I will try using these communication and teamwork skills while providing compassionate care and contribute toward a supportive environment. Continuous learning and self-improvement will provide the nucleus of my professional growth so that I am abreast with current practices and advancements. Only then will I be prepared to bring positive change in the lives of women and their respective families with the best quality of service during the most transitional phase of their lives, I focus on these aspects in trying to build a successful, meaningful career in health.
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