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[Implications for professional development in nursing; focus based on professional competencies (II)].

José Antonio Iglesias Guerra¹, Manuel Frutos Martín, Inés Casado Verdejo

¹Complejo Hospitalario de Palencia. joseiglesias109@tiscali.es

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Nursing care quality requires professional recognition. This study proposes a competency-based approach for continuous quality improvement and professional development in nursing research and action.

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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Published on: June 21, 2010

Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Healthcare Quality Management

Context:

Nursing care quality is a critical demand within the healthcare profession.
There is a need for enhanced recognition of nursing quality standards both internally and externally.

Purpose:

To propose a competency-based framework for continuous quality improvement in nursing.
To highlight the importance of professional development in nursing research and action.

Summary:

The authors suggest focusing on competencies as a method for ongoing quality enhancement in nursing.
This approach emphasizes professional development, enabling nurses to engage in research and action.

Impact:

Facilitates a spiral of continuing learning for nurses.
Establishes multiple connections within the nursing profession and related fields.
Aims to elevate the recognition and standards of nursing care quality.