What is STAR and Reflection?
Task:
This case study assessment is designed to aid in preparing you for the transition from student nurse to graduate RN. Part of any employment application RNs are required to address selection criteria to demonstrate knowledge, skills and safe practice. The case study assessment requires you to address the below selection criteria using case study examples from any previous clinical practicums.
Essential Selection Criteria:
Demonstrates effective interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
What is STAR and Reflection?
Situation
Describe the situation faced and your role. This section does NOT require references as you are describing a situation that is unique to you. This section requires specific details. You are to give enough detail that the reader has a clear understanding of the situation you are describing. Please ensure the details relate to the selection criteria you are addressing
Task
What task/s do you need to perform? Please be specific
Please ensure the task details relate to the selection criteria you are addressing
Describe any obstacles had to be overcome? (Only if relevant)
Action- This section requires current literature to support your actions
What steps/actions were taken to complete the task? For example resources, people involved. Please make sure you use current literature to support your actions here. You must demonstrate critical thinking in this section. The actions must reflect the selection criteria you are addressing
Results
What was the outcome? How did it change things in the workplace? (Only if relevant)
Reflection-
What did you not do so well? What lessons did you learn from this event? You must demonstrate insight into your practice
What would you do differently next time?
What recommendations do you have for your future practice if you experienced a similar situation again? The recommendations for YOUR future practice must be supported using current literature