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Evaluating an RN/co-worker model.

P H Powers1, C A Dickey, A Ford

  • 1Department of Nursing, University of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington.

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The University of Kentucky Hospital

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Nursing Workforce Studies
  • Hospital Operations

Background:

  • Addressing diminishing Registered Nurse (RN) resources.
  • Implementing innovative staffing models in hospitals.
  • Evaluating the impact of nurse extender roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the Co-worker Model implemented at University of Kentucky Hospital.
  • To assess the model's impact on training costs, retention, personnel costs, satisfaction, and quality of care.
  • To determine the feasibility of nurse extender models in managing nursing shortages.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a nurse extender model in 1988.
  • Post-implementation evaluation after 1.5 years.
  • Analysis of training costs, staff retention, personnel expenses, and satisfaction levels (RNs and co-workers).

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  • Assessment of the model's effect on patient care quality.

    • Main Results:

    • The Co-worker Model enabled patient beds to remain open.
    • Minimal negative impact on the quality of patient care was observed.
    • The model presented some limitations that require consideration.

    Conclusions:

    • The nurse extender (Co-worker) Model is a viable strategy for maintaining bed capacity during RN shortages.
    • While effective, the model's limitations necessitate careful management.
    • The study supports the use of alternative staffing models to ensure continuous patient care.