Professional Development Recognition Programme

While PDRPs have to comply with both the National Framework for PDRPs (2017) and the NCNZ Framework for Approval of PDRPs organisations are able to adapt their PDRP to include specific requirements. Capital and Coast, Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral and Whanganui have aligned their PDRPs to meet the frameworks.

All Health New Zealand, Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral employed enrolled nurses (ENs) and registered nurses (RNs) are expected to have a PDRP portfolio. For nurses employed in the primary sector it is also highly recommended. 

Education and workshops

• PDRP education workshops provide nurses with key information on how to write examples of practice to meet the requirements of developing a professional portfolio.
• The Resource Nurse PDRP Assessor Workshop is also available for nurses and managers who complete PDRP Portfolio Assessments.
• For education and workshops, 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 8-4pm).
• PDRP must be presented a minimum of six weeks before it is due to expire

Transfer of PDRP

• The 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

• A transfer of PDRP request form must be completed and sent to jenna.barugh@midcentraldhb.govt.nz. At Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua 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.
• All documents are available to download as a ZIP file:MidCentral PDRP Documents

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

Click here to download the handbook which 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.Information for NETP (Competent) Portfolios

By the end of the NETP year, the Registered Nurse will be expected to have developed a competency based personal professional portfolio for assessment and must achieve the competent level under the District Health Board Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP), which meets all the NCNZ competencies.

For information and instructions on compiling your NETP portfolio, please refer PDRP Handbook and your NETP Handbook. Along with the competent level PDRP core requirements, you will need to include further evidence when submitting your Competent Level PDRP (as per the NETP Competent PDRP Portfolio Checklist).

NETP Competent Level One-Stop-Shop contains information and all of the forms/documents that you will be required to complete for your competent level PDRP. It is your professional responsibility to ensure that content / signatures etc. that you require from colleagues is obtained prior to the portfolio due date (see NETP Handbook). Communication with preceptors, managers and others is vital to ensure timely submission of your portfolio, and successful completion of your NETP year.

Come to a PDRP Workshop to get motivated!

The aim of this workshop is to give nurses an understanding of the Wairarapa & Hutt Valley DHB's Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP) and to 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
• DHB employees - please register for this workshop 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 DHB 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 DHBs 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.