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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
1. NSC 803 – Professional
Development in Nursing &
Legal Issues
Presented by:
ABDULMUMEEN, Ibrahim Opeyemi
(UIL/PG2022/0106)
Department of Nursing Sciences, College of
Health Sciences
University of Ilorin, Ilorin.
February, 2024
Topic: Professional Development Strategies
2. Outline
+ Definition of terms
+ Introduction
+ Importance of Professional Development
+ Factors Influencing Professional Development
+ Benefits of Investing in Professional Growth
+ Professional Development Statistics
+ Professional Development Strategies
+ Continuing Education Opportunities for Nurses
+ Conclusion
+ References
3. Definition of Terms
+ A profession is defined as a
disciplined group of individuals
who adhere to ethical standards.
+ Professional is a member of a
profession.
4. Cont.
+ Professionals are governed by codes of ethics,
and profess commitment to competence, integrity
and morality, altruism, and the promotion of the
public good within their expert domain
5. Definition of Terms Cont’d
+ Professional development is the continuous process
of acquiring new knowledge and skills that
relate to one’s profession, job responsibilities,
or work environment (Modhi, et all., 2023).
+ Strategies refer to planned and purposeful courses
of action designed to achieve specific goals or
objectives.
6. Introduction
+ The professional (registered) nurse needs to
possess the necessary skills and competencies in
discharging her duty to the society. These skills
are acquired through professional development,
clinical experiences and educational advancement
(Modupe & Kolawole, 2015)
7. Introduction Cont.
+ Continuing education and professional
development is the key to the registered
nurse contribution to health and
development of their professional
pathway throughout their career
(Cooper, 2014).
8. Introduction Cont’d
+ It is important for nurses to consistently
enhance their knowledge and abilities,
which can be achieved through participating
in Continuing Professional Development
(CPD) programs (Modhi, et all., 2023).
9. Importance of Professional
Development
+ It enhances knowledge, skills, and
competencies, enabling professionals
to stay relevance. it leads to increased
productivity, improved job satisfaction,
and better overall performance.
10. Importance of Professional
Development Cont’d
+ It helps professionals to build a strong
network of peers and mentors for
collaboration, knowledge sharing, and
professional growth (Jones & Brown,2018).
11. Factors Influencing Professional Development
+ Individual’s own willingness to learn and grow.
+ Availability of resources and Organizational Support.
+ Feedback and Performance Evaluation.
+ Individual Initiative.
12. Benefits of Investing in Professional Growth
+ Increased Job Satisfaction.
+ Enhanced Productivity.
+ Career Advancement Opportunities.
+ Expanded Professional Network.
+ Personal Satisfaction and Growth.
13. Professional Development Statistics
+ According to a survey conducted by LinkedIn, 94% of
employees would stay at a company longer if it
invested in their careers.
+ A study by the Association for Talent Development
found that organizations that invest in employee
development have 34% higher retention rates.
+ The American Society for Training and Development
(ASTD) reported that companies that offer
comprehensive training programs have 218% higher
income per employee than those that don’t.
14. Professional Development Strategies
+ Pursue Advanced Education
+ Specialize in a Niche Area
+ Attend Conferences and Workshops
+ Set Clear Goals
+ Continuous Learning
+ Networking Mentorship and Coaching
+ Skill Development
+ Time Management (Johnson, et al. 2019)
16. Conclusion
Investing in professional development is
essential for individuals seeking to
elevate their careers in Nursing practice
and education and stay ahead in their
respective fields.
17. Cont.
+ By recognizing the importance of continuous learning,
embracing growth opportunities, and adopting proven
strategies, nurse professionals can unlock their full
potential and achieve long-term success.
18. References
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19. Cont.
Robinson, S. (2021). Learning from workshops and conferences.
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