Construction of evaluation index system of clinical practice ability for different ability level nurses in emergency department

Abstract

Objective To construct a clinical practice ability index system for evaluating different nurse ability level in accordance with Chinese emergency nursing practice situation and to provide reference for ability training and evaluation of emergency nurses' practice ability. Methods Totally 3 rounds of consultations were conducted on 15 nursing experts, combining previous head nurses and doctors' quality interview materials on clinical practice ability requirements in Emergency Department with Benner model which was from novice to expert. Results The evaluation index system included 4 level-Ⅰdimensions (professional practice, clinical thinking, communication and coordination, psychological) and 16 level-Ⅱdimensions and 39 level-Ⅲitems. The abilities of each level nurse were clear stated. Conclusions Managers could have specific appointment, training, and assessment to the emergency nurses based on the understanding of the evaluation index system, as well as divide and administer nurse ability levels in consideration of other objective indicators such as education, professional title, scientific research situation. Key words: Emergency room, hospital; Nurse ability level; Clinical practice ability; System construction