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Professional issues facing nurse practitioners and nursing.

A Harris1, M Redshaw

  • 1University of the West of England.

British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|March 17, 1999
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Increased nurse practitioners in the UK face common challenges. Facilitating their development requires clear roles, communication, and support for the nursing profession.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Practice
  • Healthcare Policy
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • Recent UK legislative changes and reduced junior doctor hours have spurred growth in the nurse practitioner (NP) role.
  • The educational backgrounds of NPs are diverse, yet they encounter shared professional challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the challenges faced by nurse practitioners in the UK.
  • To identify facilitators for NP role development.
  • To explore the nursing profession's perspective on NP integration and its impact on patient care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of legislative changes and their impact on nursing roles.
  • Exploration of NP challenges and facilitators through professional discourse.
  • Discussion of the nursing profession's stance on NP development, cross-boundary working, and patient care delivery.

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Main Results:

  • Key facilitators for NP role development include effective communication, defined role descriptions, clarified liability, and organizational support.
  • NPs encounter consistent challenges irrespective of their educational preparation.
  • The integration of NPs raises questions about professional boundaries and future healthcare delivery.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing NP challenges requires a multi-faceted approach involving clear role definition, communication, and robust support systems.
  • The evolving role of NPs necessitates ongoing discussion regarding professional boundaries and impact on patient care.
  • Strategic development of the NP role is crucial for the nursing profession and healthcare system.