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An in-house program of continuing education for perinatal nurses
JOGN Nursing; Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing
|March 1, 1982
Summary
Continuing education is vital for nurses. In-house programs and specialty certification offer cost-effective professional development opportunities for nurses in acute-care settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Professional Development
- Healthcare Administration
Background:
- The importance of ongoing learning for nurses is frequently emphasized by nursing leaders.
- Acute-care facilities can benefit from implementing in-house continuing education programs.
- Specialty nursing certification is anticipated to become a key metric for nurse employment and evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of continuing education for nurses.
- To propose the adoption of in-house training programs within healthcare facilities.
- To underscore the growing importance of professional certification in nursing specialties.
Main Methods:
- Review of current trends in nursing education and professional development.
- Analysis of the potential benefits of institutional-based learning resources.
- Discussion on the projected impact of nursing certification on employment.
Main Results:
- Continuing education is a critical component of nursing practice.
- In-house programs present a viable and accessible learning model for healthcare institutions.
- Nursing certification is likely to gain prominence as an employment criterion.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare facilities should consider implementing internal continuing education initiatives.
- Nurses are encouraged to pursue specialty certification for career advancement.
- Leveraging in-house resources for professional growth is both logical and economical for nurses.