Competence Profile of the Intra-Hospital Emergency Team Nurse: A Scoping Review

Abstract

Background: Nurses in intra-hospital emergency teams are required to be competent in responding to situations of clinical deterioration and emergency. This study aimed to map the extent, variety, and nature of the literature on the competences of the intra-hospital emergency teams nurse. Methods: A scoping review based on the principles of the Joanna Briggs Institute. The search of the databases was conducted in July and August 2023, and the search strategy was adjusted. The analysis of the relevance of the articles, data extraction, and synthesis were conducted by two reviewers. Discrepancies were resolved by a third reviewer. The data were extracted using the competency outcomes and performance assessment (COPA) model. Results: Fourteen results were analyzed, and the competences organized by the domains of the COPA model which are considered by some authors to be advanced or specialized are as follows: assessment and intervention, communication, critical thinking, teaching, human caring relationships, management, leadership, and knowledge integration. Other competences, such as self-confidence, ability to remain calm, concentration, quick reaction, and a sense of humor, were mentioned. Conclusions: The results highlighted the competences of the intra-hospital emergency team nurse. This knowledge could contribute to educational programs and shape the competency profile of intra-hospital emergency team nurses.