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Operational competency development in E and F grade nursing staff: preparation for management
S Porter1, L Anderson, A Chetty
1Divisional Research Unit, Ground Floor, Bennachie, Royal Cornhill Hospital, Aberdeen, UK.
Journal of Nursing Management
|June 22, 2006
Summary
This study developed an operational management program for E and F grade nurses in Scottish psychiatric services. The program aims to enhance their skills for management roles and support succession planning for ward managers.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Management
- Healthcare Operations
- Psychiatric Services
Background:
- Limited literature exists on operational management competency development for E and F grade nurses.
- These nurses frequently assume ward manager responsibilities.
- Evolving human resources roles necessitate enhanced management skills among nursing staff.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and implement a development program for E and F grade nurses.
- To equip nurses with skills for operational management and disciplinary procedures.
- To facilitate succession planning for ward manager absences.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on operational management competencies.
- Description of the development program's background and design.
- Presentation and evaluation of results from pilot (n=13) and first group (n=8) studies.
Main Results:
- The development program was implemented in a Scottish primary care NHS psychiatric service.
- Pilot and initial group data were collected and analyzed.
- Evaluation of the program's effectiveness in enhancing management competencies.
Conclusions:
- The program addresses a gap in nursing management training.
- It empowers junior nursing staff with essential operational skills.
- It supports sustainable ward management through effective succession planning.
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