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An educational initiative in anaesthetic nursing practice
1Northern Area College of Nursing, Antrim, Northern Ireland.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|February 21, 1998
Summary
A new specialist anaesthetic nursing course was developed to enhance practitioner skills in perianaesthetic care. This program aims to foster collaborative, patient-centered approaches and innovative practices in specialist nursing roles.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Specialist Practice
- Anaesthetic Nursing
Background:
- The National Board for Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors in Northern Ireland (NBNI) adopted UKCC recommendations for specialist nursing.
- A continuing education framework was established, with Stage Two defining standards for specialist nursing practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement a specialist anaesthetic nursing course based on NBNI's framework.
- To deepen nurses' knowledge, skills, and attitudes in anaesthetic nursing.
- To prepare nurses for specialized roles in perianaesthetic care.
Main Methods:
- A 44-week specialist anaesthetic nursing course was instigated.
- The curriculum included seven modules at degree and diploma levels.
- Eight weeks were dedicated to consolidation practice.
Main Results:
- Nurses acquired skills for collaborative, patient-centered perianaesthetic care.
- Practitioners were enabled to move beyond registered practice into specialized roles.
- The course encouraged innovative and creative approaches to patient care.
Conclusions:
- The specialist anaesthetic nursing course successfully enhances practitioner capabilities.
- It promotes a collaborative and patient-centered approach to perianaesthetic care.
- The program supports the development of innovative and specialized nursing roles.
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