abstract：:Patients are referred to the tertiary care teaching institution with diverse and sometimes rare diagnoses requiring complex therapy. Assuring that nurses in the oncology setting are delivering quality nursing care requires educational support that integrates evidence-based teaching methods. Clinical simulation holds p...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Kuhrik NS,Kuhrik M,Rimkus CF,Tecu NJ,Woodhouse JA

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Validating the competence of nurses is of increasing importance. This column describes a new program just launched by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation to accredit educational activities that are designed to validate a learner's achievement of competence in an area of nursing knowl...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Allison M,Dickerson PS

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Continuing competence programs (CCPs) are becoming required in many nursing jurisdictions across Canada. CCPs have the common goal of ensuring nurses remain up-to-date and competent in their professional practice. They often incorporate reflective practice as a tool for nurses to critically explore their practice and ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Mantesso J,Petrucka P,Bassendowski S

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes a new model and process to implement evidence-based practice. This model builds on concepts from the Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice, the Stetler model, and Rosswurm and Larrabee's model. The new model focuses on the centrality and involvement of staff nurses in making evidence-based pract...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Reavy K,Tavernier S

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides information about caseload management, which was one of a group of six competencies identified by nurse administrators as needed by new baccalaureate graduates. Caseload management is an important skill for nurses who work with caseloads of patients or clients (e.g., home health nurses, public he...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Ervin NE

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is gaining the attention of public health, educators, and health care providers. This column reviews the deficits, prevalence, symptoms, and environmental factors. ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Ray-Mihm R

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Rural Nurse Internship program is a distance education-based nurse residency designed to meet the needs of rural hospitals across the country. Nurses learn to perform the generalist role by practicing crisis assessment and management in six subnursing specialties. The collaborative yearlong residency provides prec...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Molinari DL,Monserud M,Hudzinski D

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This column discusses guidelines for asking questions to improve communication in clinical, academic, and other settings. ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Kowalski K

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nursing facilities must be committed to ongoing leadership development and to developing and retaining their staff in the increasingly competitive healthcare market. In this article, the authors share the processes involved in creating a focused small group approach to developing clinical leaders. Programmatic approac...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Pintar KA,Capuano TA,Rosser GD

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examined risk factor outcomes among patients who attended cardiac rehabilitation sessions, those who received traditional care, and those who attended Leap for Life workshops. METHODS:A non-equivalent, three-group design was used in this observational study. Baseline and 12-month measurements wer...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Adams JL,Nuss T,Banks C,Hartman J,Segrest W,Spears J,Yount P,Bryant L

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because the enrollment in nursing programs dropped in the late 1990s and healthcare agencies and education programs were seeking ways to increase the numbers of nurses, Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana, and Memorial Hospital in South Bend, Indiana, designed a plan to encourage nurses who had been out of nursing to...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Davidhizar RE,Bartlett D

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:This study describes registered nurses' (RNs') attitudes toward obese adult patients using the Attitudes Toward Obese Adult Patients Instrument. METHODS:Full-time RNs (N = 119) employed in a medical center, acute rehabilitation institution, and skilled nursing facility participated in the stud...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Zuzelo PR,Seminara P

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The impact of a restorative intervention using the natural environment on capacity to direct attention and issues that contribute to attention fatigue for diploma-prepared nursing students (Post-RN students) enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program was examined. METHODS:This study used a quasi-experiment...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Sanders CM,Yankou D,Andrusyszyn MA

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Contributing factors to medication errors include distractions, lack of focus, and failure to follow standard operating procedures. The nursing unit is vulnerable to a multitude of interruptions and distractions that affect the working memory and the ability to focus during critical times. Methods that preve...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Pape TM,Guerra DM,Muzquiz M,Bryant JB,Ingram M,Schranner B,Alcala A,Sharp J,Bishop D,Carreno E,Welker J

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Critical thinking skills are essential to function in today's complex health care environment and to ensure continuing competence for the future. This article provides a review of various definitions and research studies related to critical thinking. Educators and researchers need to clearly define critical thinking, ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Brunt BA

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many current nursing traditions and practices were developed over time by nurses who used a trial and error method of research. Nursing has passed along these practices through nursing education programs and in the policies and procedures established by hospitals. Do these practices have sound scientific principles be...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Leake PY

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As a result of the growing shortage of nurses and the dramatically changing role of the front-line nurse manager, leadership education for nurses is of critical importance. The purpose of the project described in this article was to design, implement, and evaluate an innovative model of nursing leadership development ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Heller BR,Drenkard K,Esposito-Herr MB,Romano C,Tom S,Valentine N

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Learning and teaching are active processes occurring simultaneously on a continual basis. Within this framework, the learner and the teacher are reliant on each other. Understanding the intricacies of this linkage enhances the teacher's effectiveness in enabling learners to achieve their full potential. MET...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Forrest S

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the past 10 years, there has been a dramatic increase in published literature on the topic of Internet use by healthcare professionals. Learners and organizations providing grants to the continuing education (CE) division of a medical education and publishing company have expressed increasing interest in ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Cobb SC

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The healthcare industry is currently experiencing a severe shortage of nurses and other allied healthcare professionals. To compound this crisis, the current workforce does not mirror the growing linguistic and cultural diversity of the population needing health care. This article describes a community partn...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Yates SH,Bline K,Bird C,Bresnahan E,Couper-Noles R,Cutler S,Henderson S,Hymel E,Salsman T,Tonellato M,Steele A,Lindenberg CS

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reading is one means of achieving professional lifelong learning, and while nursing as a profession has an abundance of literary resources, the amount of time nurses actually spend reading is unknown. Previous studies found nurses who had graduate degrees, were in leadership positions, and held multiple memb...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Armstrong ML,Johnston BA,Bridges RA,Gessner BA

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effect of an educational training program for hospital nurses on universal precautions in Changsha, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China. METHOD:Using a quasi-experimental design, 50 of 100 randomly selected hospital nurses were randomly assigned to receive an educational intervention. Qu...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Huang J,Jiang D,Wang X,Liu Y,Fennie K,Burgess J,Williams AB

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Internal e-mail systems offer an ideal opportunity to provide cost-effective, user-friendly educational experiences for employees. This article describes the use of computer technology to reach employees working different hours and in a variety of professional and nonprofessional roles. Monthly newsletters that provid...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Pastuszak J,Rodowicz MO

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Within the university sector, one's corporate worth is, to a great extent, measured by research output, including refereed publications. Currently, only 7% of nurse academics publish each year. If nurses are to be competitive in the university arena and close the research-practice gap, they must be encourage...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Mcveigh C,Moyle K,Forrester K,Chaboyer W,Patterson E,St JW

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Nursing Research Centre for Adaptation in Health and Illness (NRCAHI) is a collaborative effort of the University of Sydney and Central Sydney Area Health Service (CSAHS) in Sydney, Australia. This article reports findings of a research needs-analysis of clinical nursing staff in CSAHS that was conducted...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Gething L,Leelarthaepin B,Burr G,Sommerville A

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Promoting continued competence in nursing practice has always been of concern to staff development and continuing education educators. Recently it has reached new levels of significance. As a result of the proposals made by the Pew Commission Taskforce on Health Care Workforce Regulation and the National Counci...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Waddell DL

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A descriptive survey examined continuing education experiences of hospital nurses working in Tianjin Municipality, the third largest municipality in The People's Republic of China. METHOD:Fourteen hospitals and two hundred nurses were selected randomly. RESULTS:Over two thirds of the nurses had attended co...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Edwards N,Hui ZD,Xin SL

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of mandatory continuing education for domestic violence. METHOD:This study surveyed health care professionals attending the 1993 and 1997 National Perinatal Association Conference in Florida to determine change their awareness and identification of...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Perrin KM,Boyett TR,McDermott RJ

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using available computer graphics software programs, a novice can develop a presentation. Going beyond the basics, however, requires knowledge of the use of the elements of design: fonts, colors, and graphics. This article describes how to select fonts and colors and provides guidelines for use of pictures and graphs....

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Evans ML

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes a leadership development course designed to prepare leadership to promote cultural changes in a large health care system undergoing an initiative of patient care redesign. Entitled "Creating A Learning Environment," the course is based on Peter Senge's work. His five disciplines are presented as...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Palm ME,Nelson MA

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The American Heart Association adopted new curriculum guidelines for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) education. Requirements include the incorporation of case-based learning strategies in the course format. METHOD:A self-directed, scenario-based course format was developed to incorporate principles of ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Darr LR

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Members of the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Children's Hospital staff development committee identified a need for a mock code program which would address a range of learning needs for nurses and other caregivers with varying levels of knowledge, skills, and experience. METHOD:We implemented a mock code program using...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Cuda S,Doerr D,Gonzalez M

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study assessed the learning needs of hospital nurses in northern Jordan to develop programming recommendations for future continuing education (CE) efforts. Although few CE programs exist, a response rate of 85% (n = 171) suggested these nurses have important learning needs. Nurses identified eight priority conte...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： al-Ma'aitah R,Momani M

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A continuing education program in aged care was developed using the principles of problem-based learning (PBL) to improve the participating nurses' understanding of current government guidelines on aged care, to develop their ability to apply this information to their workplace situations, and to give them t...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Peterson R,Hakendorf M,Guscott T

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reports continuing education as one strategy used to resolve the competence issues of multinational nurses working in Saudi Arabia. Four categories of Staff Nurses (I, II, III, and IV), N = 111, recruited from eight countries participated in a study that describes the outcomes of a training session for nu...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Adejumo O

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Staff development educators and administrators collaborate frequently to establish clinical experiences for student nurses. This article outlines key elements to consider and a time line for planning practicums. Some tools are offered to assist in the process. Arranging a clinical practicum in a health care facility r...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Seigel H,Lucey A

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nurse educators regularly develop clinical learning experiences for undergraduate students using the expertise of experienced RNs as preceptors. Preceptors help students develop a knowledge base and clinical skills. This article reports a literature review and summarizes the benefits of preceptorship, outlines precept...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Letizia M,Jennrich J

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Updating knowledge is important in maintaining effective nursing competency. The hectic pace of health care delivery in the 1990s does not always allow for attending day-long continuing education sessions. This article presents creative teaching-learning strategies that are self-paced, interesting, and less time inten...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Stephenson NL,Lee BT

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the last twenty years, entry level requirements for public health nursing have shifted to less and less educational preparation. Many agencies hire registered nurses with associate degree or diploma preparation who have no experience. The shift in entry level requirements has challenged public health nursing admini...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Kelly C,Cowell JM,Stevens R

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mandated educational programs are often a source of dread for instructor and participant alike. The nurse educator, the Clinical Nurse Specialist for Intravenous (i.v.) Therapy and Nutritional Support, and the Clinical Program Manager for i.v. Therapy devised a self-paced program to validate the competence of Licensed...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Markiewicz T,Wells NL

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00