Skills Council of Canada

Assessment to determine skill gaps

Registered Nurse

Test Description

This test measures the candidate’s ability to provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, and evaluating individual patient needs; coordinating patient care through collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team.

Format

The test consists of multiple-choice questions and scenarios that assess the candidate’s ability to provide direct patient care. The scenarios may include patient assessments, care planning, and evaluation of patient outcomes. The questions may cover topics such as patient safety, infection control, medication administration, and communication with patients and healthcare team members.

Scoring

The test is scored on a scale of 0-100, with a passing score of 70 or higher. The score report includes a breakdown of the candidate’s performance in each area assessed by the test.

Preparation

Candidates should review patient care principles and practices, including assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient needs. They should also review communication skills and collaboration with patients and healthcare team members. Candidates may also benefit from reviewing infection control and medication administration principles.

Each assessment provides an overview of your job role skills. This includes the essential, soft and technical skills? Assessments can be customized to create more difficult, complex evaluations.

What are the essential skills?

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Compassion and empathy for patients and their families
Ability to handle and manage stress and emotions
Continuous learning and professional development

What are the soft skills?

Communication skills
Empathy
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Time management
Patience
Critical thinking
Compassion

What are the technical skills?

Administering medications and treatments accurately and safely,
Monitoring and interpreting vital signs,
Performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results,
Developing and implementing care plans,
Providing wound care and dressing changes,
Administering IV therapy and managing central lines,
Operating and maintaining medical equipment,
Providing patient education and counseling,
Documenting patient care accurately and thoroughly,
Collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.

Why is an assessment important?

Assessments are important for many reasons, both in educational and professional settings. Here are some of the key reasons why assessments are important:

Measure Learning: Assessments are used to measure the level of learning that has occurred, allowing instructors and employers to identify strengths and weaknesses in a student or employee's knowledge and skills.
Identify Gaps: Assessments can also help identify gaps in learning or performance, allowing instructors and employers to provide targeted support and resources to address those gaps.
Evaluate Effectiveness: Assessments can help evaluate the effectiveness of teaching methods, training programs, or learning materials, allowing instructors and employers to make data-driven decisions to improve their offerings.
Provide Feedback: Assessments provide valuable feedback to both students and employees, helping them understand their progress and identify areas for improvement. This feedback can motivate individuals to work harder and achieve their goals.
Support Decision Making: Assessments can also be used to support decision-making processes, such as hiring decisions or admission to academic programs.
Standardize Processes: Assessments help standardize processes and ensure that all students or employees are evaluated using the same criteria, making it easier to compare results across individuals or groups.

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