A study of the role and educational needs of ophthalmic specialist nurses.
Br J Nurs
; 30(14): 858-864, 2021 Jul 22.
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ABSTRACT
AIMS:
To explore the current roles, responsibilities and educational needs of ophthalmic specialist nurses (OSNs) in the UK.METHOD:
A survey of 73 OSNs ranging from band 4 to band 8 was undertaken in May 2018.FINDINGS:
73% of OSNs undertake more than one active role, with 59% involved in nurse-led clinics; 63% felt formal learning resources were limited, with 63% reporting training opportunities and 21% reporting time as major barriers to further training. More than 38% emphasised hands-on clinic-based teaching had a greater impact on their educational needs. Some 64% were assessed on their skills annually and 59% felt confident with their skill set.CONCLUSION:
The Ophthalmic Common Clinical Competency Framework provides a curriculum and assessment tools for OSNs to use as a structure to maintain clinical skills and knowledge. Eye departments should use this as guidance to target learning needs and improve standards of care to meet the changing needs of society.Palavras-chave
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Oftalmologia
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Especialidades de Enfermagem
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Avaliação das Necessidades
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Papel do Profissional de Enfermagem
Tipo de estudo:
Guideline
Limite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Br J Nurs
Ano de publicação:
2021
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Article