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The Delphi technique: a comparison of results obtained using two expert panels
1School of Nursing Therapeutics, University of Technology, Sydney N.S.W., Australia.
International Journal of Nursing Studies
|June 1, 1993
Summary
This study defines consensus in the Delphi technique for identifying nurse manager competencies. A high level of agreement (93%) was achieved between expert panels on essential skills for first-line nurse managers.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Management
- Healthcare Administration
- Professional Competencies
Background:
- The Delphi technique is widely used for achieving group consensus.
- A clear definition of consensus is often lacking in Delphi studies.
- Identifying core competencies for first-line nurse managers is crucial for effective healthcare leadership.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define and apply a consensus level within the Delphi technique.
- To identify essential competencies for first-line nurse managers using the Delphi technique.
- To compare consensus results between two expert panels.
Main Methods:
- Two expert panels of registered nurses (nurse managers and management educators) participated.
- The Delphi technique was employed to identify nurse manager competencies.
- A baseline mean of 3.00 on a Likert scale was set for item inclusion.
- Consensus was defined as 10% or less of items moving above or below the inclusion point.
Main Results:
- A total of 156 out of 168 competencies (93%) were consistently retained or rejected by both panels.
- This indicates a high degree of consensus was achieved.
- The defined consensus level proved effective in differentiating key competencies.
Conclusions:
- The study successfully defined and applied a consensus metric for the Delphi technique.
- A significant consensus was reached on the competencies required for first-line nurse managers.
- This approach provides a robust method for competency identification in nursing management.