The Effectiveness of Community Nurse Training Programs to Improve Nurses' Competency in Community Settings: a...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Community Health
• Healthcare Workforce Development

Background:

• Community nursing is vital for healthcare delivery.
• Effective training is crucial for community nurses' competency.
• Evidence on optimal training methods is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

• To synthesize evidence on community nurse training methods.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of these programs on nurse competency (knowledge, skills, traits).

Main Methods:

• Systematic search of 10 electronic databases for RCTs and CCTs.
• Independent screening, quality appraisal, and data extraction by two reviewers.
• Meta-analysis using RevMan 5.4 with subgroup analyses by delivery method.

Main Results:

• Fourteen studies were included, assessing knowledge, skills, and traits.
• Training improved knowledge via hybrid, online, and onsite methods.
• Skills were enhanced through hybrid and onsite training; traits improved in empowerment, productivity, and development.

Conclusions:

• Diverse pedagogical approaches, including hybrid methods, are effective for community nurse training.
• These methods enhance clinical competencies like knowledge and skills.
• Healthcare institutions should consider varied training strategies for optimal outcomes.