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An innovative education program: the peer competency validator model
Eileen Ringerman1, Lenora L Flint, DiAnn E Hughes
1Tri-Central Staff Education and Consultation, Kaiser Permanente, Downey, California, USA.
Summary
A new peer competency validation model enhances staff skills and motivation by replacing annual labs with ongoing assessments. This creative approach in healthcare settings yields significant cost savings and improves overall proficiency.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Education
- Clinical Competency Assessment
Background:
- Traditional annual skill labs for competency validation can be resource-intensive.
- There is a need for efficient and effective methods to maintain and enhance clinical staff proficiency.
- Motivating and developing healthcare professionals is crucial for quality patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a peer competency validation model.
- To assess the impact of peer validation on staff proficiency and motivation.
- To determine the cost-effectiveness of implementing this model in clinical practice settings.
Main Methods:
- A creative peer competency validation model was developed and implemented.
- Trained peer validators (registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants) assessed coworkers' skills in the practice setting.
- The model replaced traditional annual skill labs with ongoing competency validation.
Main Results:
- Successful outcomes included a more proficient and motivated staff.
- The model led to the replacement of annual skill labs with ongoing competency validation.
- Significant cost savings were achieved through the implementation of the peer validation model.
Conclusions:
- The peer competency validation model is effective in enhancing staff proficiency and motivation.
- This model offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional competency assessment methods.
- The developed model is applicable across various healthcare practice settings.
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