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FOCUS AREAS
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RN I
Advanced Beginner
Minimum of 1yr experience
250 Points with at least 20 points from each focus area.
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RN II
Competent–Proficient
Minimum of 2 yrs. experience
300 Points with at least 30 points from each focus area.
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RN III
Proficient
Minimum of 3 yrs. experience
350 Points with at least 40 points from each focus area.
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RN IV
Proficient–Expert
Minimum of 3-4 yrs. experience
400 Points with at least 50 points from each focus area. |
RN V Clinical Nurse Leader
Expert
Minimum of 4-5 yrs. of RN experience
500 Points with at least 50 points from each focus area.
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| Definition of Clinical Practice |
Competent clinician focused on expanding knowledge & skills |
Proficient & skilled clinician recognized for knowledge & skills by their peers |
Well-developed clinical proficiency, recognized as a leader & role model in the unit practice environment |
Well-developed clinical expertise, recognized as an exemplary leader & role model in the clinical area & within MSSN
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Focused clinical expertise. Recognized as an exemplary leader, educator & practitioner in the clinical domain; Recommended by DON for active contributions addressing MSSN’s strategic priorities beyond the unit. Consistently exceeds expectations |
Structural Empowerment Encompasses organizational structures, professional development, community outreach, & promotion of a positive nursing image.
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Minimum of 10 CE hrs. annually
Community Service Required
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Minimum of 10 CE hrs. annually
Community Service Required
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Minimum of 10 CE hrs. annually
Community Service Required |
Minimum of 10 CE hrs. annually
Maintains Professional Certification Community Service Required
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Minimum of 10 CE hrs. annually Maintains Professional Certification Demonstrates a pattern of continuous learning; Active community involvement portraying a positive image of nursing.
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New Knowledge & Innovation
Integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical and operational processes.
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Active Participant in unit-based initiatives, council or committee work |
Active Participant in: council/committee work; PI & Quality Projects or Initiatives |
Active Participant in: councils, committees; PI & Quality Projects or Initiatives |
Demonstrated Leadership withina council, committee or project; Participates in PI. Research & Quality Projects or Initiatives |
Lead/Co-Leads a council, committee, task force or project that advances the strategic priorities of MSSN beyond the unit specific level; Actively participates in practice innovations, research & quality projects or strategic initiatives. |
Exemplary Professional Practice Focuses on excellence, collaboration, quality, safety, and best practices to realize extraordinary results.
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Exemplars demonstrating service excellence |
Exemplars demonstrating service excellence |
Exemplars demonstrating service excellence |
Exemplars demonstrating service excellence
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Multiple Exemplars demonstrating a philosophy of service excellence, demonstrating the STAAR standards of performance in all interpersonal interactions. |
Transformational Leadership
Clinical nurses embrace shared decision-making and opportunities to promote change in their work environments, |
Emerging Clinical Leader & Charge Role;
Member of a Professional Organization |
Developing Leader & Charge Role; Member of a Professional Organization |
Assumes Leader, Charge Role; Member of a Professional Organization |
Assumes Leader, Charge & Mentor Role; Member of a Professional Organization |
Consistently & proactively assumes Leader, Charge &/or Mentor Role; Influences patient care & the nursing practice environment on a departmental & organizational level; Member of a Professional Organization |