Nurses' managerial knowledge in the hospital setting

Area of Science:

• Nursing Management
• Healthcare Administration
• Professional Development

Background:

• Nurses require strong managerial skills for effective hospital operations.
• Assessing nurses' perceptions of their training is crucial for enhancing their capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze nurses' managerial skills in hospital settings.
• To evaluate nurses' perceptions of their education and training relevance.
• To identify areas for improvement in nursing management education.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative study utilizing dialectical hermeneutics.
• Six focus groups conducted with 32 nurses in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
• Content analysis of transcribed focus group records.

Main Results:

• Key managerial skills identified: supervision, leadership, decision-making, planning, and organization.
• Education centers are relevant for improving nurses' managerial skills.
• Continuing education is vital for the development of these skills.

Conclusions:

• Findings can inform improvements in nurses' managerial skill development.
• Identified gaps in current nursing management education.
• Highlights the importance of continuous professional development in nursing leadership.