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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.

Figure 2

The first-round of modified Delphi questionnaire.

Table 1

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
Table 2

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

[i] Note: CE, case evaluation; OE, operational evaluation; SD, standard deviation; SS, scenario simulation; TE, theoretical evaluation.

Table 3

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

[i] Note: CE, case evaluation; OE, operational evaluation; SS, scenario simulation.

Table 4

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

[i] Note: PR, peer review; SE, self-evaluation; SS, scenario simulation.

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

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