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Program planning for a community pharmacy residency support service using the nominal group technique.
1Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy, Glendale, Ariz 85308, USA. mtrupp@arizona.midwestern.edu
Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association (Washington, D.C. : 1996)
|August 2, 2002
Summary
CommuniRes aims to support community pharmacy residency programs (CPRPs) by addressing key needs identified by experts. Priorities include enhancing program image, marketing, employment, clear goals, funding, and networking opportunities for residents and preceptors.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Postgraduate Training
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Community pharmacy residency programs (CPRPs) are crucial for advanced clinical training.
- Implementing and sustaining these programs present unique challenges for community pharmacies.
- A dedicated support service, CommuniRes, was established to address these challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define programmatic objectives for CommuniRes.
- To identify initial operational priorities for supporting CPRPs.
- To ensure the successful implementation and sustainability of CPRPs.
Main Methods:
- A nominal group technique (NGT) was employed with an advisory committee of CPRP experts.
- Expert needs were identified and prioritized through structured planning and voting.
- NGT results informed a brainstorming session to define CommuniRes services.
Main Results:
- Twenty essential needs for successful and sustainable CPRPs were identified.
- Six consensus priority needs were selected: image parity, marketing materials, employment opportunities, defined goals/job descriptions, ROI/funding, and networking.
- These priorities guide the development of CommuniRes services and resources.
Conclusions:
- CommuniRes is implementing a needs-based program with training seminars, an online platform, and ongoing support.
- Programmatic priorities are driven by expert consensus on critical CPRP needs.
- Future planning will involve stakeholders to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness.