Abstract
AbstractBackground: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role of the clinical nurse practitioner (CNP) in a doctor- driven primary health care setting. A descriptive study was undertaken, using both a quantitative and a qualitative methodology. The study was undertaken in community health centres (CHC) in the Cape Metropolitan area.Method: A situational analysis was conducted of all 41 CHCs in the Cape Metropolitan area. Three focus group interviews were then undertaken with CNPs, doctors and managers to determine the factors influencing the effective functioning of the CNP.Results: Five-seven percent of the 88 CNPs were totally inactive with regard to consulting patients and only 28% were utilised in a full-time capacity. The major themes to emerge were the factors that determine the effective functioning of the CNP, including self-confidence gained from regular practise, support for their role from doctors and managers, role clarity, and enrolment in the course for the appropriate reason.Conclu...
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