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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
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Exploring the role complexity and workforce needs of doctoral-prepared nurses.
Margeaux Chavez1, Christine Melillo1, Kathryn Rugen2
1Nursing Innovations Center for Evaluation (NICE), Department of Research & Development, James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital and Clinics, Tampa, FL.
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|February 21, 2021
Summary
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Nursing Services (ONS) will enhance support for doctoral-prepared nurses by recognizing achievements, offering professional development, and funding research. This aims to foster a positive culture and better understand nurse-driven outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Administration
- Nursing Workforce Development
- Professional Recognition
Background:
- The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Nursing Services (ONS) surveyed its doctoral-prepared nurse workforce for the first time.
- Survey responses highlighted specific needs for supporting this specialized nursing group.
- A positive culture valuing advanced nursing practice is a key commitment of ONS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify actionable strategies for supporting the VHA's doctoral-prepared nurse workforce.
- To address needs for formal recognition, professional development, and research support.
- To lay the groundwork for future research on the impact and drivers of VHA doctoral-prepared nurses.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of open-ended responses from the inaugural survey of VHA's doctoral-prepared nurse workforce.
- Identification of key themes and requirements for workforce enhancement.
- Qualitative data interpretation to inform strategic initiatives.
Main Results:
- Formal recognition of advanced degree achievement is crucial.
- Enhanced opportunities for professional development and promotion are needed.
- Increased support for nurse research at local and national levels is required.
Conclusions:
- ONS must implement initiatives for recognition, professional growth, and research support.
- Further research is necessary to understand the outcomes and motivations of VHA doctoral-prepared nurses.
- These actions will foster a supportive environment for advanced practice nurses within the VHA.
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