Educational needs for nursing manager competency in Korean hospitals: multi-center cross-sectional study

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Nursing Administration
• Human Resources in Healthcare

Background:

• Nursing managers are essential for high-quality care, staff support, and hospital operations.
• Evolving healthcare environments necessitate updated nursing management competencies.
• This study assessed educational needs for nursing management competency in South Korean hospitals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the educational requirements for enhancing nursing management competency.
• To identify specific skill gaps among nursing managers in administrative and leadership roles.

Main Methods:

• A self-reported questionnaire survey was administered to 155 nursing managers.
• Data were collected between April 1 and May 20, 2023.
• The Borich needs assessment and locus for focus model were employed for analysis.

Main Results:

• Ensuring a safe work environment and fostering a positive atmosphere were identified as key administrative and leadership competencies.
• Challenges were noted in allocating appropriate nursing staff and completing external development activities.
• Priority areas for administrative managers included staff allocation and resource acquisition planning.

Conclusions:

• Nursing organizations must offer specialized training in human resource management, staff allocation, and resource acquisition.
• Support for ongoing education and professional development is vital for nursing managers.
• Addressing identified needs can improve overall hospital management and outcomes.