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Professionalism. An AARC Guide to Professionalism. Definitions. Profession A vocation or occupation requiring special, usually advanced, education, knowledge, and skill Professional
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Professionalism An AARC Guide to Professionalism
Definitions • Profession • A vocation or occupation requiring special, usually advanced, education, knowledge, and skill • Professional • One engaged in one of the learned professions or in an occupation requiring a high level of training and proficiency Source: (Black’s Law Dictionary 6th ed)
A Higher Standard • Make sound decisions • Function as leaders • Put patients first • Commit to profession
Societal Expectations • Professional credentials • Professional code of ethics • Standards of practice • Maintenance of knowledge and skills • Peer review process • Research and publication
Patient Expectations • Personal integrity • Confidentiality • Appreciation for diversity • Strong work ethic • Sound judgment
Citizenship • Philanthropic endeavors • Civic responsibilities
Professional Education Knowledge and Skills • General education • Psychomotor and cognitive skills • Interpersonal skills • Teaching and administrative skills • Research skills
Professional Education Lifelong Learning • Continued self-improvement • Continued professional development • Continuing education • Research
Professional Image • Conservative apparel • Grooming • Hair • Nails • Hygiene • Subtle use of jewelry Appearance
Professional Image • Light, natural use of makeup • Limit use of personal phones and beepers • Verbal and non-verbal communication “in sync” Appearance
Professional Image Attitudes and Behaviors • Positive attitude • Mature behavior • Proper etiquette • Accept responsibility
Professional Image Attitudes and Behaviors • Thorough and timely completion of tasks • Communication technology skills • Professional competence
Professional Image Attitudes and Behaviors A professional attitude and behavior does not preclude warm, friendly interaction. Physical and emotional limits should be maintained in the patient/professional relationship.
AARC • Professional Advocacy • Professional Resources • Professional Network Setting standards for the profession
AARC Publications • Role Model Statement For Respiratory Care • Statement Of Ethics And Professional Conduct For Respiratory Care • Position Statement On Diversity
AARC Helping members grow and develop in the practice of respiratory care.