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Self-Perceived Clinical Competence of Nurses in Different Working Experiences: A Cross-Sectional Study
Ippolito Notarnicola1,2, Dhurata Ivziku3, Daniela Tartaglini3
1Centre of Excellence for Nursing Scholarship, OPI of Rome, 00136 Rome, Italy.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|November 14, 2023
Summary
This study found that nurses often perceive their competence levels as higher than required by their roles. Nursing experience significantly influences these perceived competence levels.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Quality
- Professional Development
Background:
- Competence is crucial for evaluating nurse effectiveness and quality of care.
- This research examines how nurses acquire and self-evaluate competencies in clinical practice.
- It also explores changes in proficiency levels across a nursing career.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate nurses' perceived competence levels.
- To identify factors influencing perceived competence in various clinical settings.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was conducted.
- A structured questionnaire assessed nurses' self-perceived competencies.
- Data were collected from participants in different clinical settings.
Main Results:
- Analysis included 431 nurses using descriptive and bivariate statistics.
- A majority of nurses rated their competence higher than their job requirements.
- Nursing experience was identified as a significant factor affecting competence levels (Kruskal-Wallis test).
Conclusions:
- Suggests strategies to enhance practicing nurses' competence.
- Recommends leveraging nursing experience as a measurable indicator of professional growth.
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