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Developing a non-medical prescribers' peer supervision group
1Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, St. Austell. steve@stnov8.co.uk
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|April 20, 2011
Summary
A peer supervision group for non-medical prescribers fostered networking and innovation. This initiative significantly advanced non-medical prescribing practices within a secondary care setting.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Mental Health Services
Background:
- Non-medical prescribing is integral to modern healthcare delivery.
- Effective supervision models are crucial for prescribers' professional development.
- Implementing peer supervision can address challenges in specialized care settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a non-medical prescribers' peer supervision group.
- To assess the group's outcomes two years post-inception.
- To understand how peer supervision influences prescribing practice in mental health and learning disabilities services.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative assessment of a peer supervision group's effectiveness.
- Analysis of networking and innovation stimulated by the group.
- Review of the development and promotion of non-medical prescribing.
Main Results:
- The peer supervision group has been active for two years.
- The group has successfully encouraged interprofessional networking.
- Innovation in prescribing practices has been fostered, aiding the promotion of non-medical prescribing.
Conclusions:
- Peer supervision groups are effective in secondary care mental health and learning disabilities trusts.
- Such groups enhance professional development and collaboration.
- These groups contribute to the successful development and integration of non-medical prescribing.
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