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The development and implementation of a hospital based paediatric orthopaedic nursing transition program
Nadine Griffiths1, Kerry Houghton
1The Children's Hospital at Westmead, New South Wales, Australia; Sydney Children's Hospital Network, New South Wales, Australia.
Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|February 5, 2013
Summary
Paediatric orthopaedic nursing education programs are lacking globally. A new multi-tiered program, using Benner's novice-to-expert theory, boosts nursing confidence and improves care for children with orthopaedic conditions.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Paediatric Orthopaedics
- Healthcare Workforce Development
Background:
- Paediatric orthopaedic nursing faces challenges due to a lack of formal education.
- Competent nursing staff are crucial for positive health outcomes in paediatric orthopaedics.
- There is a need for locally implemented, specialized education programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and implement a multi-tiered paediatric orthopaedic nursing transition program.
- To facilitate the development of expert nurses in paediatric orthopaedic settings.
- To enhance the confidence and clinical practice of nursing staff.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Benner's "theory of novice to expert" as a framework.
- Incorporated work-based learning processes.
- Included formal assessment components tailored to clinical setting requirements.
Main Results:
- The implemented program led to increased confidence among nursing staff.
- Positive influence on the care of children and their families in the orthopaedic service.
- Facilitated the growth of nursing expertise within the subspeciality.
Conclusions:
- Locally developed, tiered education programs can address gaps in paediatric orthopaedic nursing.
- Work-based learning combined with formal assessment effectively develops nursing expertise.
- Enhanced nursing confidence positively impacts patient care outcomes.
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