Medicine SMART GOAL and Critical Reflection

TASK

The critical reflection is based on the significance of leadership within paramedic practice and the impact this has upon patient safety.

This paper must be written in a scientific language to a level which can inform your peers (fellow paramedics) and is referenced to an academic standard (using Vancouver referencing).

You will reference the chosen experience to the CAA paramedic competency standards, including a description and use appropriate literature/research on leadership within prehospital practice to support your reflection. For example, how leadership affects formulating a specific and appropriate management plan or how leadership influences the provision of safe, effective and appropriate care. One or more CAA competencies can be used for each reflection paper.

Your word limit is 1800 words (not including reference list).

Vancouver referencing style is required

Included within this will be pertinent research on the attributes of leadership in paramedic practice and reference to specific Council of Ambulance Authority (CAA) Paramedic Competency Standards. You will investigate important attributes of leadership in paramedic practice and how effective, or ineffective, implementation can influence case outcomes and patient safety.