PDRP

General Information

The PDRP is a professional development programme designed to recognise and reward nurses and midwives for their individual level of practice and their contribution to nursing and midwifery.

Nurses and midwives are able to progress through levels by demonstrating they meet the definitions and criteria for a PDRP level.

Those who wish to enter the programme do this through submitting a portfolio which reflects their level of practice.

The PDRP framework is based on Benner's model which recognises the development of a nurses' practice and progress from beginner (Graduate Nurses only), competent, proficient through to expert practice.

Graduate Nurses are expected to submit a competent portfolio at the completion of the Graduate Nurse Programme.

Support for Portfolio Development

Nurses who are working on preparing a portfolio, obtaining or maintaining skill levels associated with the PDRP are entitled to additional leave in order to undertake research or study associated with meeting the PDRP requirements as follows:

Proficient Level 1 day p.a

Expert / Accomplished 2 days p.a

If you are planning to progress from one level to the next it is strongly recommended that you access coaching from the PDRP Co-ordinators. Coaching will support you in the development of your portfolio.