IMPORTANT

As of Sept. 4, 2018, the following nursing colleges amalgamated to become the British

Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP):

• College of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia (CLPNBC)

• College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC)

• College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of British Columbia (CRPNBC)

Although the information in the document you are about to access re�ects our most

current information about this topic, you’ll notice the content refers to the previous

nursing college that published this document prior to Sept. 4, 2018.

We appreciate your patience while we work towards updating all of our documents to

re�ect our new name and brand.

Self Assessment

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I. Standard 1: Professional Responsibility and Accountability

I practice within the RN and/or NP Scope of Practice.

I take appropriate action when client safety may be at risk.

I maintain my own physical, psychological and emotional fitness to practise.

I manage personal stress effectively in the workplace.

I practise within my own level of competence.

I engage in professional development.

I understand the role of CRNBC and its relationship to my own practice.

I take responsibility for my nursing actions.

The self-assessment questionnaire is one of the Quality Assurance tools provided to nurses. Use the questions to think about how you are meeting the Professional Standards in your practice. Your responses form the basis of your Quality Assurance Profile.

Self Assessment

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II. Standard 2: Knowledge-based Practice

I manage conflict in the workplace in a constructive way.

I use an effective decision-making process in my practice.

I base my practice on current evidence.

I encourage clients/staff/students to ask questions and raise concerns.

I listen to client/staff/student concerns.

I respond to client/staff/student concerns appropriately.

I document in a timely and appropriate manner.

I share my nursing knowledge with clients, colleagues, students and others.

I set client-centred priorities when planning and providing care/services/education.

I use equipment and technology appropriately.

Self Assessment

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III. Standard 3: Client-focused Provision of Service

I help clients/staff/students access appropriate care/services/education.

I collaborate with others to meet client care needs.

I consult with other members of the health care team as appropriate.

I participate in changes that improve client care and nursing practice.

I instruct and guide other members of the health care team as appropriate.

Self Assessment

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IV. Standard 4: Ethical Practice

I assist clients to make informed choices.

I respect the decisions of capable clients.

I protect the privacy and confidentiality of client information.

I treat clients and their families with respect.

I treat coworkers in a respectful manner.

I initiate, maintain and terminate relationships with clients appropriately.

I show respect for the professional knowledge and skill of colleagues.

I identify the effect of my values and beliefs in carrying out nursing activities.

When I identify ethical issues I take action to resolve them.

I make the client my primary concern when providing nursing care.

I treat students in a respectful manner.

Self Assessment

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V. Overall

I meet CRNBC Professional Standards.

VI. Area of Practice

What area of practice did you think about as you answered these questions: clinical, administration, education, research or other.