Professional nursing education: what is its purpose?

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Professional Development
• Philosophy of Education

Background:

• The abstract discusses a quote by Rogers (1970) defining professional education's aim as cultivating artistry rather than mere technical skill.
• This perspective is applied to the context of nursing and nursing education.
• The need to clarify specific issues within nursing education is highlighted.

Purpose of the Study:

• To discuss issues in nursing and nursing education.
• To demonstrate the relevance of conceptual models and theory in professional nursing education.
• To identify knowledge and tools that can foster artistry in nursing practice.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis and discussion.
• Application of a philosophical statement to nursing education.
• Exploration of theoretical frameworks.

Main Results:

• The relevance of conceptual models and theory to nursing education is established.
• Discussion points towards the types of knowledge and tools that can promote artistry in nursing.
• The distinction between skilled practice and artistic practice in nursing is emphasized.

Conclusions:

• Professional nursing education should aim to develop artistic capabilities alongside practical skills.
• Conceptual models and nursing theory are crucial for providing the necessary knowledge and tools for artistic nursing.
• Further exploration is needed on the specific knowledge and tools that foster artistry in nursing.