Reflection for OH professionals

Its role in continuing professional development

Summary:

Nerys Williams explains the concept of ‘reflection’ and explains why it should play a significant role in OH professionals’ continued professional development.  

REFLECTION is the process of reviewing professional experiences and turning them into learning. It requires the practitioner to examine their personal thoughts and actions in order to build existing strengths and take appropriate action to improve practice1. It has long been established in nurse education and learning, and is required within the…

Dr Nerys Williams is a consultant occupational physician.

Author: Williams N

Tags cpd - continuing professional development gmc general medical council NMC - Nursing and Midwifery Council oh nursing oh physicians professional development professional practice revalidation

Occupational Health at Work December/January 2015/2016 (vol. 12/4) pp27-29

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