The Updated Nursing Professional Development Scope and Standards of Practice

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Professional Development
• Healthcare Practice Standards

Background:

• The Scope and Standards of Practice is a foundational document for the nursing professional development (NPD) specialty.
• Previous editions have guided the specialty's evolution and practice.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize the key changes introduced in the third edition of the Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development.
• To highlight revisions in the foundational document defining the NPD specialty.

Main Methods:

• Review and analysis of the third edition of the Scope and Standards of Practice document.
• Comparative analysis against previous editions to identify significant updates.

Main Results:

• The third edition, released in July 2016, incorporates updated standards and scope of practice for NPD specialists.
• Key changes reflect advancements in healthcare and nursing education.

Conclusions:

• The revised Scope and Standards of Practice provides an updated framework for nursing professional development.
• Adherence to these standards ensures high-quality, evidence-based practice in the NPD specialty.