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Reflections on performance

N Northcott1

  • 1Littlemore Hospital, Oxford.

Nursing Times
|June 1, 1997
PubMed
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Nurse appraisal offers benefits but faces challenges. A study found that while nurses see appraisal's value, a culture of suspicion and indifference hinders its effectiveness in healthcare settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Management
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • The National Health Service (NHS) implemented efficiency and effectiveness drives.
  • Appraisal systems are crucial for professional development and performance management in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the perceived value of appraisal for nurses.
  • To identify barriers and facilitators to effective appraisal in a clinical nursing setting.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study design.
  • Data collection from clinical nursing staff within a single health district.

Main Results:

  • Nurses identified potential benefits of appraisal for their work.

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  • A prevalent culture of suspicion and indifference among staff was noted.
  • These cultural factors significantly limited the perceived effectiveness of appraisal.

    • Conclusions:

    • Appraisal holds significant value for nurses and their professional growth.
    • Addressing cultural barriers like suspicion and indifference is essential for successful appraisal implementation.
    • Recommendations are provided to enhance the effectiveness of nurse appraisal systems.