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Piloting cross-boundary training to develop cancer care nursing.
Christine Lawther1, Sue Taylor, Ann Bell
1St Ann's Hospice, Manchester.
Nursing Times
|February 11, 2004
Summary
Flexible learning and collaborative placements boost healthcare staff motivation and confidence. This approach enhances professional development in cancer care, improving recruitment and retention.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare education
- Professional development
- Cancer care
Background:
- Lifelong learning is crucial for healthcare professionals.
- Motivation, recruitment, and retention are key challenges in the healthcare sector.
- Effective training impacts patient care quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of a collaborative rotational placement program on qualified staff.
- To assess the development of practice in cancer care for patients from diagnosis to bereavement.
- To evaluate the influence on staff motivation, confidence, and enthusiasm.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a collaborative rotational placement program.
- Partnership between the National Health Service (NHS) and the voluntary sector.
- Focus on qualified staff development in oncology patient care.
Main Results:
- Staff demonstrated enhanced practice in caring for cancer patients.
- Participants reported increased personal motivation.
- Boosted confidence and enthusiasm were observed among staff.
Conclusions:
- Collaborative rotational placements offer a flexible approach to lifelong learning.
- This model positively influences staff motivation, confidence, and professional development.
- The program shows potential for improving recruitment and retention in cancer care settings.