Re-envisioning clinical education for nurse practitioner programs: themes from a national leaders' dialogue.
J Prof Nurs 2014;
30:273-8. [PMID:
24939338 DOI:
10.1016/j.profnurs.2014.03.002]
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Abstract
As the need for primary care providers increases, nursing education programs face significant challenges to meet future workforce needs. A more resource-efficient approach for the clinical education of nurse practitioner students is needed. A think tank involving 20 thought leaders representing multiple disciplines was convened to discuss this issue. This article presents seven themes that emerged from this national leaders' dialog: academic practice co-design, standardized preclinical preparation, standardized student assessment, entrustable professional activities, immersive clinical experiences, interprofessional education for team-based care, and innovative education practices.
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