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How do expert labor nurses view their role?

Dotti C James1, Kathleen Rice Simpson, G Eric Knox

  • 1Saint Louis University School of Nursing, MO 63104, USA. jamesdc@slu.edu

Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing : JOGNN
|December 3, 2003
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Expert perinatal nurses in nurse-managed models rely on intuitive knowledge and patient-centered care. They advocate for mothers, emphasizing autonomy and hands-on support to positively influence labor and birth outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Perinatal Care
  • Labor and Birth

Background:

  • Nurse-managed labor models are prevalent in some settings.
  • Understanding the role perception of expert nurses is crucial for optimizing care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore expert perinatal nurses' views on their roles within a nurse-managed labor model.

Main Methods:

  • Focus group methodology with 54 expert labor nurses.
  • Inductive coding of qualitative data from four Midwestern medical centers.

Main Results:

  • Identified themes: intuitive nursing care based on experience, patient-centered approach, advocacy, and autonomy.
  • Nurses utilize hands-on, high-touch techniques.

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Conclusions:

  • Expert nurses develop intuitive knowledge through experience.
  • Autonomy is a critical aspect of the nurse-managed labor model.
  • Supportive care techniques may impact labor and birth outcomes.