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Professional Development Framework:
Appeals Process: Procedure

The Professional Development Framework Appeals Procedure is coordinated through the Office of Professional Development, Research, and Innovation in Nursing (PDRI).  The philosophy and processes that guide the Central Committee are applied to the Appeals Process, including deep respect for each applicant, confidentiality of the review, a commitment to thoroughness through the use of the same tools and interview processes used by the Central Committee review panels, and developmental feedback provided to all Appeals applicants.   

Appeals at various Levels

  1. Levels D & E advancement appeals are taken to the Appeals Board.  The decision of the Appeals Board is final and not subject to the dispute process.
  2. The Appeals Board procedure also applies to the Annual Renewal process.

Steps in the Appeals Procedure

File and Schedule for Appeal: 

From the point of receipt of notification of not being advanced, the applicant has 30 calendar days to file an Appeal.  Appeal requests should be brief, to the point, and include phone number and email address.  Appeal requests may be made in the following ways:

  1. From the point of receipt of notification of not being advanced, the applicant has 30 calendar days to file an Appeal. The request should include: (1) name, (2) unit, (3) date of request, (4) date notified of not being advanced, (5) current level and (6) level applied to.
  2. Email sent directly to Judy Bliss:  judyblis@umich.edu
  3. You will receive an email containing: (1) confirmation of receipt of your request, (2) date of the next meeting, (3) available interview times.
  4. Every effort will be made to schedule your Appeal with 30 calendar days of receipt of your request.
  5. Upon receiving your choice of interview times, you will be provided with an email confirming the date, time and location of your interview.

Participate in Interview Process: 

In a manner consistent with the original interview, the Appeals Board will seek to verify, clarify, and amplify the information contained in your original portfolio, as well as focus on the areas identified in the Framework Interview Guidelines.  In addition, during the course of the interview with the Appeals Board and at the applicant’s discretion, the opportunity to discuss one’s perspective regarding the appeal will be made available.

Decision:

The decision of the Appeals Board will be communicated to the applicant within 2 weeks of the Appeal. Appeals Board decisions are final and are not subject to the dispute process.

 

 

Target Audience:UMHS Nurses | Author/Contact: Stephanie Minerath
Last reviewed: 11/14/11