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Katie L McDermott1, Ke Yan2, Melodee A Liegl2
1Children's Wisconsin, 8915 W. Connell Court, MS 681, Milwaukee, WI, 53226, USA; Marquette University, Straz Hall, 1225 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, USA; Medical College of Wisconsin, 8915 W. Connell Court, MS 681, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA.
Summary
The Creighton Competency Evaluation Instrument-Nurse Practitioner (CCEI-NP) shows strong validity and reliability for assessing nurse practitioner students. This tool aligns with AACN Essentials competencies, supporting competency-based education in nursing.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Competency-Based Education (CBE)
- Healthcare Assessment Tools
Background:
- Nursing education is shifting towards competency-based education (CBE) for all student levels.
- A significant challenge in CBE implementation is the lack of rigorous assessment instruments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To adapt the Creighton Competency Evaluation Instrument (CCEI) for nurse practitioner (NP) students, creating the CCEI-NP.
- To evaluate the validity and reliability of the CCEI-NP for assessing NP students.
Main Methods:
- Content and construct validity were assessed using surveys.
- Validity testing examined item essentiality, clarity, and alignment with AACN Essentials competencies.
- Interrater reliability was evaluated through training for clinical preceptors.
Main Results:
- The CCEI-NP demonstrated robust evidence of validity and reliability.
- The instrument effectively assesses 76% (34 of 45) of the AACN Essentials competencies.
Conclusions:
- The CCEI-NP is a valuable instrument for consistent evaluation of NP students, grounded in AACN Essentials competencies.
- Further research is recommended to enhance the psychometric properties of the CCEI-NP.
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