Q&A: What is critical thinking and when would you use critical thinking in the clinical setting? (Write 2-3 paragraphs) In literature ‘critical thinking’ is often used, and perhaps confused, with problem-solving and clinical decision-making skills and clinical reasoning. In practice, problem-solving tends to focus on the identification and resolution of a problem, whilst critical thinking…
We all get angry, it’s a normal emotion. However, some of us handle our anger better than others. To manage anger, acknowledge that you have a problem, keep a hostility log, and build a support network based on trust. Anger An emotional condition that has different intensities from irritation to rage. Same as all other…
An overview of the Imposter Cycle and recognising the impact of Imposter Syndrome in ourselves, our workplace and in others by Kaarin Goeldner, RN, MACN, ENL. Imposter Syndrome is an insidious and unproductive feeling of phoniness and unworthiness amongst people. Even highly motivated people sometimes don’t believe the credit that comes their way. Almost…
You have completed the assignment or document, though now is the vital part, as you are not quite finished yet. Proofreading your assignment or document is a must. We do not always pick up or see our own mistakes, as our brains are predisposed to see what we expect to see. Proofreading is the process…
The transition from nursing student to registered nurse (RN), enrolled nurse (EN) and or Midwife can be a time of trepidation, filled with many emotions. From feelings of happiness for obtaining a graduate nurse program to feelings of fear and anxiety gaining employment outside of a graduate nurse program. The novice practitioner questions what they…
In October 2021, at the Australian College of Nursing’s (ACN) first-ever virtually held signature event, the National Nursing Forum (NNF), the Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care announced Sonia Martin MACN as the winner of the 2021 Health Minister’s Award for Nursing Trailblazers (Trailblazer Award). Sonia was named the winner for providing equitable health…
