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Expanded role nurse. Part I. Role theory concepts.
Canadian Journal of Nursing Administration
|June 1, 1988
Summary
Expanded Role Nurse (ERN) positions were implemented at University Hospital to ensure high-quality patient care despite resident cutbacks. This initiative offers nurses advanced clinical development opportunities at the bedside.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Psychology
Background:
- Review of literature on expanded nursing roles.
- Context of resident cutbacks at University Hospital, London, Ontario.
- Application of role theory to nursing practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- Describe the implementation of Expanded Role Nurse (ERN) positions.
- Address challenges in maintaining patient care quality.
- Explore opportunities for nurse professional development.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on nursing roles.
- Application of role theory concepts.
- Description of ERN role development and implementation strategy.
Main Results:
- Creation of ERN positions at University Hospital.
- ERN roles designed to maintain patient care quality.
- ERN positions provide clinical expertise development.
Conclusions:
- ERN roles are a viable strategy to address resident shortages.
- Implementation of ERN positions supports high-quality patient care.
- Expanded nursing roles offer career advancement and skill development.