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The university hospital nurse extender model. Part III, Program evaluation.

C M Garfink1, K K Kirby, S S Bachman

  • 1Bigel Institute for Health Policy, Heller School, Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachusetts.

The Journal of Nursing Administration
|March 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

This study evaluated the University Hospital Nurse Extender Model, finding it positively impacted nursing practice and satisfaction while managing costs. The model effectively utilized patient care technicians to reconfigure care delivery.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Practice and Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The University Hospital Nurse Extender Model, utilizing patient care technicians, is a novel approach to healthcare delivery.
  • Previous parts of this series outlined the model's framework and implementation phases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of the Nurse Extender Model on nursing practice and staff satisfaction.
  • To assess the cost-effectiveness of implementing patient care technicians within the nursing workflow.

Main Methods:

  • A 1-year evaluation was conducted on the University Hospital Nurse Extender Model.
  • Data collection focused on nursing practice metrics, staff satisfaction surveys, and cost analysis.

Main Results:

  • The model demonstrated a positive impact on nursing practice efficiency.

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  • Nursing staff reported increased satisfaction with the support provided by patient care technicians.
  • The cost analysis indicated the model's financial viability.

    • Conclusions:

    • The University Hospital Nurse Extender Model is effective in enhancing nursing practice and satisfaction.
    • Integrating patient care technicians is a cost-effective strategy for reconfiguring patient care delivery.