Professional Development Recognition Programme

Capital and Coast, Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral and Whanganui have aligned their PDRPs to meet the frameworks.

All employed enrolled nurses (ENs) and registered nurses (RNs) must have a PDRP portfolio. For nurses employed in the primary sector it is also highly recommended. 

Education and workshops

• PDRP education workshops provide key information on how to meet the requirements of developing a professional portfolio.
• The Resource Nurse PDRP Assessor Workshop is available for nurses and managers who complete PDRP Portfolio Assessments.
• Please refer to the Intranet Education Calendar for dates and times of these workshops.

Professional Portfolio

• Professional portfolios from February to November to Nurse Education - PDRP and Projects, Kahikatea, Community Village (Monday - Thursday 8am to 4pm).
• PDRP must be presented a minimum of six weeks before it is due to expire
• Professional Development and Career Plan (DOCX 362KB)
• Professional Development Record (DOCX 120KB)

Transfer of PDRP

• Transfer of PDRP is required for nurses who are new to the organisation (external transfers) or who are existing employees transferring to a new role within the organisation (internal transfers).
• For nurses in the primary sector, the new employing organisation must have a PDRP Agreement (MOU) with MidCentral
• Transfer of PDRP is valid until the expiration of the original portfolio, or for 12 months from the date of employment. Please refer to the PDRP Handbook for further information.
• To remain current on the PDRP, a new portfolio of evidence reflecting the current area and level of practise must be completed and assessed as meeting all requirements prior to the expiration date of the transferred PDRP. Please note, the time frame for assessment is 4-6 weeks.
• A transfer of PDRP request form must be completed and emailed to jenna.barugh@midcentraldhb.govt.nz.
• Application form for Transfer of PDRP (DOCX 96KB)

Contacts:

• Renee Galloway: Phone +64 06 350 8208 or Email: renee.galloway@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

Career development scholarship fund

Are you considering study?  With the support of the Care Foundation, Nelson Marlborough has established a career development scholarship fund.

The Care Foundation has trusts where donors have specified they are used as scholarship funds to support training for Nelson Marlborough staff.

Eligibility

We are delighted this scholarship fund is available to all staff, regardless of the area or department they work in, and that we can support people to further their education, this also includes postgraduate studies.

You may be eligible for up to 50% of your study fees ($5,000 maximum) if you work for, or are contracted by us and work a minimum of 20 hours per week.

How to apply

Download the application form and email any further questions to: nmh.careerdevelopmentscholarship@nmdhb.govt.nz.

Applications are reviewed and considered as they are received.

The PDRP assessment process is intended to be a positive experience, a time when each applicant’s contribution to nursing practice and professional development is recognised and celebrated. Interested nurses should read the criteria for each level carefully and decide at what level they can currently demonstrate achievement.

Assessment Process

The assessment process should be completed within 8 weeks of receipt of the application. PDRP Assessors may contact the applicant for further details or clarification during the assessment. Should further evidence be required, this timeframe may be extended up to four weeks. 

PDRP Assessors, after seeking permission from the applicant, may consult with appropriate clinical staff in relation to area-specific clinical issues and will document accordingly. Feedback will be formally documented as "assessor's comments" on the evidence sheet returned with the portfolio to the applicant.

• PDRP Helpful Hints Guide (RN)
• EN self-assessments suggestions with NC indicators

After the Assessment is Complete

If the assessor deems the applicant has met the criteria for the set level, the portfolio is given to the Nurse Coordinator - PDRP and he/she will email a letter of completion to the applicant directly. This letter along with a certificate showing the level achieved and expiration date (three years after the application date) will be included within your PDRP.

If at the end of the assessment process, the nurse has not yet met the criteria for the level being applied for, there are three options:

• The applicant may accept the decision 
• The applicant can agree to work on the areas needing more evidence and resubmit their portfolio. The date the resubmission was received will become the new application date.
• The applicant may disagree with the outcome and choose to appeal the decision.

Becoming an Assessor

After you have achieved your PDRP, you may wish to become an assessor. Contact your PDRP nurse coordinator for further information.

• Assessor application form

Useful resources

• PDRP Policy
• PDRP Forms, Templates & Guidelines
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Description of Practice Levels
• Organisations with a memorandum of agreement

Appeals Process:

• Click here for guideline and form for the appeal process.

Contacts:

• PDRP coordinator email PDRP&QLP@northlanddhb.org.nz

The Wairarapa and Hutt Valley DHB's 2017- 2020 PDRP Handbook (PDF 461KB) includes for all information pertaining to the development of your professional portfolio.

Need help or support? Email: teresa.fraser@wairarapa.dhb.org.nz

Have a current portfolio? Want to transfer it to our PDRP?

Completed and assessed portfolios from another PDRP that are less than 3 years old can be transferred to this PDRP for 12 months or until expiry of the portfolio, whichever is less. Please complete the Transfer form and send it to Teresa Fraser along with a copy of the certificate or letter of achievement showing your current portfolio.

Submission dates for proficient and above level portfolios are: 1st of March, May, July, September and November. (If the 1st falls on a weekend, please submit your portfolio on the following Monday)

Come to a PDRP Workshop to get motivated!

This workshop gives nurses an understanding of the Wairarapa and Hutt Valley - Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP) and provide a practical guide for putting together a portfolio.

• The four hour workshop runs from 9am - 1pm on Wednesday, 2nd October 2024 from 9am - 1pm on
• Health NZ employees - please register via the usual training portal on the intranet
• External applicants - please email nursing.training@wairarapa.dhb.org.nz to register to attend this workshop. You will need to include your name, work area, date and title of study day etc.

Huarahi Whakatū - Professional Development Recognition Programme

Wairarapa and Hutt Valley - Nursing and Midwifery Leadership (NAML) group recognise the Huarahi Whakatu Maori PDRP as a legitimate programme that supports Maori Nursing workforce across our Nursing services. Portfolios completed on the Huarahi Whakatu Maori PDRP will be recognised by both regions for the full length of the portfolio (3 years). For more information about the Huarahi Whakatū PDRP please visit the Te Rau Matatini website.

Need help with your self assessment?  Notes for Completion of Your Self Assessment.

Resources

• The Notes for Completion of your Self-Assessment (PDF 209KB)
• The Notes for Completion of Competence Assessment/Peer Review (PDF 167KB)
• Competency Indicators for each PDRP level - Condensed (PDF 176KB)
• Cheat sheet - Self and Senior Nurse Assessment (PDF 571KB)
• Quality improvement project plan (DOCX 198 KB)
• A model for structured reflection (DOCX 27KB)
• Evidence of involvement in wider services, professional or organisation groups (DOCX 199KB)