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Capacity Development in an Undergraduate Nursing Program in Vietnam
Sunjoo Kang1, Thi Thuy Trang Ho2, Thi Anh Phuong Nguyen2
1School of Nursing, Cheju Halla University, Jeju, South Korea.
Frontiers in Public Health
|June 6, 2018
Summary
Capacity development for nursing programs is achievable through strong project management and evidence-based strategies. This case report highlights successful academic and clinical improvements in Vietnam, empowering future nursing leadership.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Workforce Development
Background:
- Nurses are crucial for public health and socio-economic growth.
- Limited research exists on nursing capacity development initiatives.
- This study reviews a nursing capacity development project in Vietnam.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the performance of an undergraduate nursing capacity development project.
- To share lessons learned from the project implementation.
- To inform future nursing education enhancement strategies.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive case report methodology was employed.
- Analysis focused on project processes and 2-year outcomes.
- Evaluation criteria included OECD-DAC standards.
Main Results:
- Curriculum redesign and new nursing subjects were developed through workshops.
- Nursing experts provided training on new curriculum implementation.
- Advanced simulation labs and a ubiquitous network were established.
- Project outcomes were rated excellent by expert evaluation.
Conclusions:
- Nursing program capacity building is feasible with ownership and results-based management.
- Evidence-based improvements enhance academic and clinical nursing skills.
- Empowering local nursing leadership is a key outcome.
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