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National Competencies for Registered Nurses in Primary Care: A Delphi Study.

Julia Lukewich¹, Michelle Allard², Lisa Ashley³

¹Faculty of Nursing, Memorial University, St. John's, NL, Canada.

Western Journal of Nursing Research

|July 4, 2020

Summary

National consensus was reached on 47 core competencies for registered nurses (RNs) in primary care. These competencies aim to enhance the RN workforce, improve team collaboration, and optimize roles within primary care settings.

Keywords:

Delphi method competencies nursing roles primary care registered nurse

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Area of Science:

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Primary Health Care
Health Workforce Development

Background:

Registered nurses (RNs) play a crucial role in primary care.
A standardized set of competencies is needed to optimize RNs' contribution to primary care.
Existing competency frameworks may not fully address the evolving needs of primary care.

Purpose of the Study:

To achieve national consensus on essential competencies for registered nurses (RNs) working in primary care.
To establish a clear framework for RN roles and responsibilities in primary care settings.
To support the development and integration of RNs within primary care teams.

Main Methods:

A Delphi (consensus) process involving primary care nurses was employed.
Key informants initially drafted competency statements.
Nurses rated competency importance using a six-point Likert scale in two survey rounds, with consensus defined as ≥80% agreement.

Main Results:

The Delphi process achieved national agreement on a final list of 47 competencies.
Competencies were categorized into six domains: professionalism, clinical practice, communication, collaboration and partnership, quality assurance/evaluation/research, and leadership.
High participant response rates were achieved in both survey rounds (63% and 84%).

Conclusions:

The established national competencies provide a foundation for strengthening the RN workforce in primary care.
These competencies are expected to enhance team functioning and support the optimal integration and utilization of RNs.
This consensus-based framework will guide professional development and practice standards for RNs in primary care.