SMART GOALS

As you begin your maternal newborn course, take time to reflect on your personal expectations and intentions for this learning experience. This journal entry will help you set a focused, personalized path for your success in the course.

Instructions:

In your first journal entry, please respond to the following prompts:

Expectations:

• What are your expectations for this course?
• What do you hope to learn or gain from your maternal newborn nursing experience?
• Are there any specific areas of maternal or newborn care you are especially interested in or anxious about?

SMART Goals:

• Identify two SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) related to your learning or clinical performance in this course.
• Explain how you plan to achieve these goals and why they are important to your development as a nurse.