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Acute care nurse practitioner curriculum: content and development process

M Hravnak1, S N Kobert, K G Risco

  • 1University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, Pa, USA.

American Journal of Critical Care : an Official Publication, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
|May 1, 1995
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Developing an acute care nurse practitioner program involves assessing patient needs, practice scope, and educational guidelines. Faculty collaborated to create a comprehensive curriculum integrating these factors for effective healthcare team placement.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Advanced Practice Nursing

Background:

  • Acute care nurse practitioners (ACNPs) play a vital role in managing complex patient populations.
  • Developing specialized ACNP programs requires careful consideration of current healthcare demands and educational standards.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the comprehensive process undertaken by university faculty to develop a new curriculum for preparing acute care nurse practitioners.
  • To detail the key factors considered during the curriculum development, ensuring alignment with practice needs and educational requirements.

Main Methods:

  • Faculty conducted a thorough needs assessment, analyzing the target patient population and care delivery system.
  • They reviewed existing guidelines for primary care and evolving standards for ACNP education, including didactic and clinical components.

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  • Consideration was given to regulatory requirements and the integration of ACNPs into existing healthcare teams.

    • Main Results:

    • A detailed examination of patient needs, practice scope, and educational guidelines informed the curriculum design.
    • The process incorporated evolving standards for ACNP education and requirements from governing bodies.
    • A collaborative, multidisciplinary approach was central to the curriculum's development.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed curriculum provides a robust framework for preparing acute care nurse practitioners.
    • This comprehensive approach ensures graduates are well-equipped to meet the needs of the acute care setting and integrate effectively into healthcare teams.