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A continuing education program for nurse practitioners in ambulatory care.

L Scherr1, K Stainton, D Sullivan

  • 1Adult Emergency Services, Cook County Hospital, Chicago.

The Nurse Practitioner
|March 1, 1988
PubMed
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Continuing education is vital for healthcare providers. This article details a nurse practitioner-led program development for acute ambulatory care settings, offering a replicable model.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

  • Continuing education (CE) is essential for healthcare providers.
  • Nurse practitioners (NPs) in acute ambulatory care settings require tailored CE programs.
  • Recognizing the need for structured learning is the first step in professional development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the process of developing a continuing education program for nurse practitioners.
  • To provide a model for CE program development in acute ambulatory care settings.
  • To emphasize the importance of CE for NPs.

Main Methods:

  • Needs assessment within an acute ambulatory care center.
  • Collaborative program development involving nurse practitioners.
  • Outline creation for a comprehensive CE program.

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Main Results:

  • A structured continuing education program was developed.
  • The program addresses the specific needs of NPs in acute ambulatory care.
  • The developed program outline is adaptable for similar healthcare environments.

Conclusions:

  • A systematic approach to CE program development is feasible and effective for NPs.
  • The outlined program can enhance NP practice in acute ambulatory care.
  • Implementing such programs supports ongoing professional growth and patient care quality.