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Moving towards universal health coverage: advanced practice nurse competencies.
Judy Honig1, Susan Doyle-Lindrud1, Jennifer Dohrn1
1Columbia University, School of Nursing, New York, NY, EUA.
Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem
|July 25, 2019
Summary
This study identified and established consensus on core advanced practice nurse competencies for Latin America. These competencies provide a framework for developing regional educational programs.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Workforce Development
Background:
- Advanced practice nursing (APN) is crucial for healthcare systems.
- Latin American countries require tailored APN competencies and curricula.
- A competency-based approach is essential for effective APN education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify potential advanced practice nurse competencies for Latin America.
- To establish consensus on Core Advanced Practice Nurse Competencies for the region.
- To develop a prototype APN curriculum based on consensus competencies.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review identified initial APN competencies.
- A survey was developed based on reviewed competencies.
- Nurse leaders and educators in Latin America participated in the survey.
- Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis.
Main Results:
- A consensus was reached on the Core Advanced Practice Nurse Competencies.
- The identified competencies are relevant to the Latin American context.
Conclusions:
- The established Core Advanced Practice Nurse Competencies offer a foundational structure.
- These competencies support the development of educational programs tailored to regional needs.
- This framework can enhance APN education and practice in Latin America.
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