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Documentation and outcomes of advanced nursing practice
1Cancer Center, Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, VA, USA.
Oncology Nursing Forum
|September 1, 1995
Summary
Effective documentation and evaluation of advanced practice nurses (APNs) are crucial for demonstrating their value and ensuring their future in oncology nursing. Enhanced methods are needed to quantify APN practice and outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Advanced Practice Nursing
- Healthcare Documentation
Background:
- Literature review on advanced practice nurse (APN) competency documentation and evaluation.
- Consensus findings from the State-of-the-Knowledge Conference on Advanced Practice in Oncology Nursing.
Framework:
- Current literature suggests ongoing debate regarding optimal methods for APN competency assessment.
- Quality enhancement and cost-effectiveness are key considerations in documenting APN competency.
Implementation:
- APN documentation and evaluation should be viewed as essential practice quantification, not merely additional work.
- Promoting this perspective enhances the marketability of APNs in cancer care.
Implications:
- Limited research exists on APN outcomes, necessitating theoretical model development for outcomes documentation.
- Improved documentation of nursing interventions is vital to justify the necessity and effectiveness of the APN role.
- Oncology APNs must leverage efficient documentation and evaluation to secure their positions in evolving healthcare landscapes.