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How to define levels of nursing practice
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|March 23, 1994
Summary
A joint working group defined practice levels in orthopaedic and pain management nursing. They developed a grid system linking nursing practice levels to academic ability for professional development.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Clinical Practice
- Professional Development
Background:
- Defining practice levels is crucial for professional growth in specialized nursing fields.
- Orthopaedic and pain management nursing require clear benchmarks for skill and knowledge assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish clear definitions for practice levels in orthopaedic and pain management nursing.
- To foster discussion and consensus among nursing professionals regarding practice standards.
Main Methods:
- A joint working group convened to address the definition of practice levels.
- Development of a structured grid system to correlate practice levels with academic achievement.
Main Results:
- Successful creation of a grid system that links nursing practice levels to academic ability.
- The developed system aims to provide a framework for evaluating and advancing nursing practice.
Conclusions:
- The proposed grid system offers a tangible method for assessing and defining nursing practice levels.
- This initiative supports the professional development and academic progression of nurses in specialized areas.
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