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Practice audit of nutrition support certification.
Denise Baird Schwartz1, Jay M Mirtallo, Laura E Matarese
1Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Burbank, CA 91505, USA. bsa-rda@pacbell.net
Summary
The National Board of Nutrition Support Certification (NBNSC) practice audit identified a common core of 95% practice elements essential for nutrition support professionals (NSP). This led to a unified exam and credential for certified nutrition support clinicians (CNSC).
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Support
- Professional Certification
- Healthcare Practice Analysis
Background:
- The National Board of Nutrition Support Certification (NBNSC) oversees nutrition support credentialing.
- Defining the role and required competencies of Nutrition Support Professionals (NSP) is crucial for effective practice.
- Previous certification standards required re-evaluation based on current professional roles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the role of the NSP.
- To determine the essential knowledge and functions for competent NSP practice.
- To inform future nutrition support certification programs.
Main Methods:
- A practice audit study was conducted by the NBNSC.
- Elements of competent practice were identified from various sources.
- A rating scale assessed the importance and frequency of practice elements.
- An online survey was distributed to 5964 NSPs, with 891 completed responses (16.8% return rate).
Main Results:
- 98% agreement was found across disciplines regarding the importance of core practice elements for entry-level NSPs.
- The survey adequately described these elements and reflected practice across regions, disciplines, and work settings.
- A common core of practice (95%) was identified across nutrition support disciplines.
- A universal core of elements crucial for competent nutrition support practice was established.
Conclusions:
- A unified core practice exists across nutrition support disciplines.
- The findings support a single examination and credential for nutrition support certification.
- The NBNSC will confer one credential, Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC), based on a new examination.
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