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Nurses' and midwives' revalidation preparation experiences at one NHS trust
Alison Finch1, Bridget Clarence-Smith2, Carolyn Walsh3
1Corporate nursing department, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, England.
Nursing Management (Harrow, London, England : 1994)
|August 31, 2017
Summary
UK nurses and midwives must revalidate to maintain registration. A UCLH evaluation found their preparation process encourages feedback, reflection, and linking learning to professional development, supporting ongoing practice enhancement.
Area of Science:
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Healthcare Professional Regulation
Background:
- The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) mandated revalidation for all UK nurses and midwives starting April 1, 2016.
- Revalidation ensures healthcare professionals maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the revalidation preparation experiences of nurses and midwives at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH).
- To identify how the revalidation process supports professional practice development.
Main Methods:
- A service evaluation was conducted at UCLH.
- Data was collected on nurses' and midwives' experiences during revalidation preparation.
Main Results:
- The revalidation preparation process at UCLH was found to be supportive.
- Staff reported seeking opportunities for practice feedback.
- Participants linked their learning experiences to ongoing professional development.
Conclusions:
- The revalidation preparation framework at UCLH effectively supports nurses and midwives.
- The process encourages continuous learning, reflection, and feedback-seeking behaviours.
- This supports the maintenance of professional registration and enhances practice quality.
