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Differentiating holistic practice and speculations for future directions

D W Wardell1, J Engebretson

  • 1School of Nursing, University of Texas Houston Health Science Center, USA.

Journal of Holistic Nursing : Official Journal of the American Holistic Nurses' Association
|April 29, 1998
PubMed
Summary

The holistic health movement is evolving, with new roles emerging in nursing. This study differentiates certified holistic nurses, healing modality practitioners, and healers to guide future professional development and certification in holistic nursing.

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Area of Science:

  • Holistic nursing
  • Healthcare evolution
  • Professional role development

Background:

  • Healthcare is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological, economic, social, and cultural factors.
  • The holistic health movement is influencing the development of new roles and approaches within healthcare.
  • The holistic nursing community recognizes distinct concepts of holistic practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To differentiate between three emerging concepts within holistic nursing practice: certified holistic nurses, practitioners of a healing modality, and healers.
  • To stimulate discussion and clarify the evolving landscape of holistic healthcare roles.
  • To explore potential future directions for certification in holistic nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of holistic nursing practice.

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  • Review of emerging roles within the holistic health movement.
  • Discussion of professional socialization and institutionalization of new roles.

    • Main Results:

    • Identification of three distinct categories within holistic nursing: certified holistic nurses, healing modality practitioners, and healers.
    • Recognition of the need for clear definitions to support professional role development.
    • Exploration of the relationship between social need, institutionalization, and professional roles.

    Conclusions:

    • Clear differentiation of roles is essential for the advancement and professionalization of holistic nursing.
    • Future certification in holistic nursing should align with identified social needs and professional standards.
    • The evolving nature of healthcare necessitates ongoing discussion and adaptation of professional roles and certifications.