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DNP Preparation: Competencies Will Sustain the Pediatric NP Profession
Beth Heuer1, Jessica L Spruit1, Anne Derouin1
1The Ohio State University College of Nursing, Columbus, OH.
Summary
Pediatric nurse practitioners (NPs) can overcome professional challenges by utilizing Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) competencies. The DNP enhances NPs for leadership and policy roles, improving child health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Pediatric Health
- Healthcare Leadership
Background:
- The pediatric nurse practitioner (NP) profession faces significant financial, systematic, political, and population-related obstacles.
- These challenges impact the profession's ability to effectively serve child populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight how Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) competencies can address obstacles faced by pediatric NPs.
- To advocate for pediatric NPs to pursue DNP education to enhance their professional capabilities and impact.
Main Methods:
- This article is a conceptual review and call to action.
- It analyzes the role of DNP competencies in pediatric nursing practice.
Main Results:
- DNP education equips pediatric NPs with essential competencies in leadership, health policy, quality improvement, and scholarship.
- These skills are crucial for developing innovative nurse-led models of care.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric NPs are encouraged to obtain DNP preparation to strengthen the profession.
- DNP-prepared NPs can significantly improve the health and well-being of children through enhanced practice and leadership.
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