Portfolio learning/assessment in nursing and midwifery: An innovation in progress
Carolyn Emden
Research Education Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Flinders University, Adelaide SA
Diana Hutt
Clinical Facilitator; Casual Lecturer, Aberfoyle Park, SA
Meredith Bruce
Clinical Facilitator, Whyalla Hospital & Health Services, SA
PP: 124 - 132
Abstract
This paper describes portfolio projects currently underway within three South Australian settings: an undergraduate general nursing curriculum, a postgraduate perioperative nursing course, and a major general hospital and health service.
The projects share a common interest in achieving an organised, useful means for registered nurses and midwives to demonstrate their competence in accord with contemporary professional standards. Their beginnings in international research and experience is described, and the progress of each project tracked to date. Others wishing to develop similar innovations can follow this decision trail and the advice offered.
Outcomes to date indicate portfolios hold promise for advancing professional nursing and midwifery practice. Research currently underway on the topic is highlighted.
Keywords
portfolio; assessment; learning; nursing; midwifery
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