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Identifying the core competencies of backup nurses in the acute care hospital through a modified Delphi process† Cover

Identifying the core competencies of backup nurses in the acute care hospital through a modified Delphi process†

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|Apr 2022

Figures & Tables

Figure 1

The framework of TNA. TNA, training need analysis.
The framework of TNA. TNA, training need analysis.

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The first-round of modified Delphi questionnaire.
The first-round of modified Delphi questionnaire.

Core competencies of backup nurses for professional practice ability_

ItemsMean ± SDCoefficient of variationTheoretical training hoursPractical training hoursEvaluation method
Nursing theory
1. Nursing care for critically ill patients with respiratory, circulatory, neurological, digestive, urinary and endocrine systems4.13 ± 0.830.202.33 ± 0.824.00 ± 3.61TE + CE
2. Nursing intervention for acutely transmitted diseases4.63 ± 0.740.162.86 ± 0.693.00 ± 0.00TE + CE
3. Pain intervention4.63 ± 0.740.162.14 ± 0.692.00 ± 1.00TE + CE
4. Mechanism of action, dosage, and adverse reactions of common first aid drugs503.00 ± 1.532.67 ± 0.58TE
5. Clinical significance of common biochemical indicators4.63 ± 0.520.112.71 ± 1.503.00 ± 0.00CE
6. Identification of common abnormal electrocardiogram4.63 ± 0.740.163.57 ± 1.814.75 ± 2.75TE + OE
Clinical nursing skills
7. Application of monitoring technology4.75 ± 0.710.153.50 ± 2.354.29 ± 2.21OE
8. Correct use of first aid equipment502.60 ± 0.893.83 ± 1.60OE
9. Mechanical ventilation knowledge, operating techniques and various simple fault handling4.63 ± 0.520.112.33 ± 1.033.29 ± 1.70OE
10. First aid technology cooperation4.38 ± 0.740.173.33 ± 1.634.57 ± 2.15OE
11. Ability to quickly and correctly place various tubes (stomach, urinary, venous access, etc.)4.88 ± 0.350.072.00 ± 0.713.86 ± 3.67OE
12. Effective treatment of severe multiple injuries4.5 ± 0.760.172.17 ± 0.753.43 ± 2.70OE
13. Advanced life support technologies4.75 ± 0.710.154.17 ± 2.995.86 ± 3.13OE
14. Retain various specimens4.75 ± 0.710.152.00 ± 0.633.25 ± 1.71TE + OE
15. Postoperative care technology for critically ill patients4.75 ± 0.460.103.60 ± 1.144.00 ± 1.53OE
16. Isolation measures for infectious diseases4.38 ± 0.740.171.83 ± 0.753.20 ± 2.17TE
17. Reasonable and effective health knowledge mission4.25 ± 0.710.171.25 ± 0.963.00 ± 1.79CE + SS

The scope of backup nurse training_

ItemNPercentage (%)
The target selection of backup nurses
  1 year after entry635.29
  2 years after entry529.41
  Entry 3-4 years423.53
  Entry 5 years and above15.88
  New graduate15.88
Department requiring training
  ICU17100
  Emergency department17100
  Cardiology1376.47
  Brain surgery1058.82
  Trauma847.06
  Obstetrics211.76
  Pediatrics211.76
Employment period
  2 years952.94
  1 year635.29
  3 years211.76
Training period
  1 year952.94
  Same as the term of employment423.53
  2 years211.76
  Half a year211.76

Core competencies of backup nurses for critical thinking ability_

ItemsMean ImportanceCoefficient of variationTheoretical training hoursPractical training hoursEvaluation method
Foresight and judgment ability
18. Assessment of the impact of disease and trauma on patients4.5 ± 0.530.123.14 ± 0.693.00 ± 1.00CE
19. Dynamic assessment of the patient's condition4.63 ± 0.520.112.75 ± 0.965.20 ± 3.11CE + SS
Resilience
20. Agile to respond to sudden emergencies and implement effective treatment measures4.88 ± 0.350.072.50 ± 1.293.80 ± 1.79CE
Comprehensive analytical ability
21. Make correct judgments on preset goals and work plans4.63 ± 0.520.112.50 ± 1.294.80 ± 3.56CE + SS
22. Correctly execute the doctor's advice, and promptly ask if you have any questions.4.88 ± 0.350.071.80 ± 0.452.20 ± 0.45CE + SS
Decision-making capacity
23. Effective and continuous evaluation of care plans and measures for critically ill patients4.5 ± 0.760.172.50 ± 0.583.40 ± 1.95CE

Core competencies of backup nurses for interpersonal skills_

ItemsMean importanceCoefficient of variationTheoretical training hoursPractical training hoursEvaluation method
Collaboration
24. The medical care team has a good cooperation and team spirit4.5 ± 0.760.171.20 ± 0.841.50 ± 0.58PR
25. Maintain a harmonious relationship between nurses and patients4.5 ± 0.530.121.25 ± 0.962.00 ± 0.82SS
Self-adaptability
26. Reasonable adjustment of work stress and self-emotion4.25 ± 0.710.172.20 ± 2.281.75 ± 0.96SE
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/fon-2022-0005 | Journal eISSN: 2544-8994 | Journal ISSN: 2097-5368
Language: English
Page range: 37 - 45
Submitted on: Jun 25, 2021
Accepted on: Aug 10, 2021
Published on: Apr 13, 2022
Published by: Shanxi Medical Periodical Press
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

© 2022 Yan-Ying Feng, Guang Shi, Xi-Mei Huang, published by Shanxi Medical Periodical Press
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