Training Model for Nurse Practitioners in Palliative Care
Author Information
Author(s): Laffer Alex, Kumar Chandrika, Shamas Tracy, Gillespie-Heyman Sarah, Podosek Alexandra, Ruskin Andrea
Primary Institution: VA Connecticut Healthcare System
Hypothesis
This quality improvement project aims to increase competency for nurse practitioners in hospice and palliative care.
Conclusion
The training program is designed to enhance the skills of nurse practitioners while allowing them to maintain their routine clinical responsibilities.
Supporting Evidence
- The program includes a minimum of 500 clinical hours of training.
- The curriculum focuses on interprofessional teamwork and communication skills.
- The training allows nurse practitioners to maintain their routine clinical care responsibilities.
Takeaway
This study created a training program for nurse practitioners to help them learn about hospice and palliative care without leaving their jobs.
Methodology
A mixed methods approach was used to assess competencies and progress across the training period.
Participant Demographics
The training cohort consists of two nurse practitioners currently working at the VA Community Living Center.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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