SMART GOALS

GOAL #1

Medication administration:

Administration of medications is an area of my work that I am interested in improving, arm to learn. My learning objective for my winter semester is to obtain the essential knowledge, skill, understanding, and ability to calculate and give medication dosages to patients safely and correctly. By the end of this summer clinical placement, I hope to be able to confidently carry out this critical element of patient care. The “Ten Rights” for  Medication Administration serves as an important guide to ensure the safe and successful administration of medications to patients (Bodell, M. 2022). These rights assist healthcare providers in reducing the risk of medication errors and improving patient safety. Through the summer semester, I will conduct medical management research in a clinical internship. I hope to have extensive learning knowledge of various medication types, indications, contraindications, and appropriate dosages. Be familiar with drugs commonly used in clinical practice. Succeeding this timeline, I will concentrate on learning patient safety principles and best practices for medication administration. Learn how to avoid medication errors, identify potential drug interactions, and effectively manage adverse reaction

GOAL #2

Awareness of Hygiene and Safety Procedures

Goal: To become proficient in patient safety gradually while also learning the skills required for safe maintenance procedures that use appropriate sanitation techniques for  infections control.  lab participating and following established safety protocols and proper use of PPE in winter semester. Maintain a clean, safe atmosphere in lab, learn how to properly wash my hands, and make sure instruments are cleansed and sanitized. To enhance evidence-based practices, will stay up to date on policy developments from organizations like the BDC and apply this knowledge (BDC, 2024). By staying informed about the latest developments in infection control and safety standards. I will be able to consistently improve my skills, contribute to a safer healthcare environment, and ensure that my actions align with the most current recommendations in the field.