Evaluation of staff nurses performance in Level III private hospitals in Region IV-A basis for continuing professional development program


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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enfcli.2019.09.034


Authors

Dario V. Sumande

College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

Fred B. Ruiz

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Abstract

This study determined the clinical performance of staff nurses in Level III private hospitals. Determination of the clinical competency measured using the questionnaire checklist adopted from the nursing core competency standards. Results indicated that the overall clinical performance of staff nurses in the Beginning Nurses’ Role in Client Care, Leadership and Management, and Research are competent based on the evaluation of respondents. Staff nurses’ performance, according to profile divulges no significant difference in client care, leadership, and management, while a significant difference is found in research when the highest educational attainment and location of hospital affiliation are considered. Evaluation of those with master's degree is significantly higher than those with bachelor's degree and with master's units. In terms of the current position, the findings disclosed a significant difference in beginning nurses’ roles in leadership and management. The correlation of client care, leadership, and management, and research revealed a directly proportional relationship.

Date Published

February 01, 2020

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