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Moving forward with a clear definition of continuing competence
Bette Case Di Leonardi1, Melissa Biel
1National Board for Certification of Hospice and Palliative Nurses, USA. bettecasedi@sbcglobal.net
Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
|January 24, 2012
Summary
Nursing leaders defined continuing competence to ensure safe patient care. This statement clarifies competence versus competency and calls for action to maintain high standards in nursing practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Policy
- Professional Standards
Background:
- A clear definition of continuing competence in nursing was lacking.
- Ensuring ongoing professional competence is crucial for patient safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a clear and actionable definition of continuing competence in nursing.
- To provide a framework for maintaining nursing competence.
Main Methods:
- A task force of nursing leaders and a healthcare consumer representative was convened.
- Extensive literature review and directed dialogue were employed.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive statement on continuing competence in nursing was developed.
- The statement distinguishes between competence and competency.
- Key beliefs about continuing competence were articulated.
Conclusions:
- The developed definition of continuing competence provides a foundation for ensuring safe patient care.
- Stakeholders are called upon to actively promote and ensure continuing competency in nursing.
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