Professional growth and development can be defined as “learning forward.” When we learn forward, we are investing in ourselves and the lives of the patients and community we serve because we are improving our practice and impacting outcomes. Transformational leaders create and sustain a culture of learning, growth and development by providing the resources, tools and opportunities to grow.
The Professional Development Council is the shared governance council that promotes advanced degrees for all employees, specialty certification, rewards and recognition here at HMSL. This council is led by Fiona Smith, BSN, RN, CAPA, clinical nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. If you have spent any time with Fiona, you know that she is passionate about learning.
Set a goal for the upcoming new year on how you will grow professionally and share your goal on Chris’ Corner Facebook page.