The mid evaluation assessment was summary of my performance in the first two weeks at the internship. I started the week working on my goals as planned earlier, therefore, I took blood samples from patients with the help of my mentors, working more aseptically, ergonomically, measuring blood pressure, checking patients glucose level and taking care of patients in general.
During the third week, there was a mid evaluation meeting between my mentor and teacher via zoom. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss my progress and challenges related to my goals and areas i need to develop and improve in the next coming weeks. We talked about the areas I have done so far and the aspect that needs to be developed such as making clearer plans at the start of new week, documentation, nursing care plan and process, symptoms for pain patients, asking questions and feedback from mentor. Therefore, after the meeting, i discussed with my mentor personally on the suggested part I need to improve on and how to execute all these aspects before the end of the internship.
Dear Alabi,
It was a pleasure having mid-evaluation discussion with you and your mentor. I have posted the comments here in several occasions however it has not been successful due to some settings in your blog. Below is a copy of the comment I have posted several times.
MID EVALUATION
It was a great pleasure to have the mid-internship evaluation with you and your mentor. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss about your progress and challenges so far in relation to your goals, the nursing assessment and intervention competencies and mapping areas that need to be developed in the coming weeks.
Based on the discussions that we had together with your mentor and the reflection on your blog, it is evident that you have developed greatly in the last three weeks, on several fronts that includes assisting clients in with activities of daily living, taken vital signs and administered medication safely among others. This attest to your determination to learn and develop as professional, keep up the good work in the next two weeks and in your future career.
It is quite encouraging that you have taken an active role in your learning process, you clearly understand your strengths and able to put them to good use, and also recogonised areas that you need to develop. Take keen note on what we talked about today such as not going too fast with things , giving feedback to your mentors too, asking questions more, discussing and explaining why you are doing stuff , being honest when you do not know something and saying that you do not know among others.
I am happy that you have the right attitude, ready to learn , and you are self initiated. You also treat patients with respect and you are enthusiastic about your work. Take advantage of this opportunity to hone the different competencies and skills that will form a solid foundation for your nursing career. Continue to challenge yourself and learn more. Feel free to contact me for further advice whenever needed.
We agreed that for the final evaluation, there is no need for the teacher to be present, therefore, you can have the final discussion with your mentor. However, in case there is a need to attend then I am always available. I would wish to take this opportunity on behalf of Savonia- UAS and myself to thank the tutor nurses for all the guidance and support given, we really appreciate and value your partnership.
Enjoy your internship and continue with the good work!