Date of Graduation
Fall 12-13-2024
Document Access
Project/Capstone - Global access
Degree Name
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
College/School
School of Nursing and Health Professions
Program
MSN project
First Advisor
Lisa Brozda RN, MSN, CNS
Abstract
Background Hundreds of thousands of deaths occur in hospitals annually due to preventable adverse events. As literature shows nurse competency is positively associated with improved patient outcomes, it is the mission of any healthcare organization to continually improve staff competency. Bay Area Children’s Hospital X is looking to adopt the Donna Wright Competency Model (DWCM) to change the way they approach this process, transitioning from traditional methods of manager-selected competencies to a collaborative, shared governance approach. Objectives Utilizing the DWCM, the project goal is to enhance competencies among 90 nurses in pediatric perioperative units. The ultimate goal is to create a work environment conducive to providing safer and higher quality care. Methods A needs assessment identified the top five competencies that were a priority for the unit. A baseline survey then asked nurses to self-rate their competency levels with these topics. An educational session was conducted with the most frequently identified topic. A pre- and post-survey evaluated for a change in reported competency levels to study effectiveness of the training. Results Data shows all levels of nursing competency increased after a pilot test was given to 6 nurses. Conclusions The results highlight an increase in competency following the interventions. A follow-up questionnaire found that nurses reported greater perceived value, decreased frustration, and greater knowledge retainment with competencies that actually mattered to them and were selected by them. Limitations include short timeframe, affecting the ability to measure long-term outcomes and sustainability, and potential response bias due to subjectivity of self-reporting.
Recommended Citation
Chu, Justin C., "Implementing Donna Wright’s Competency Model for Enhancing Nursing Professional Development in Pediatric Perioperative Units" (2024). Master's Projects and Capstones. 1838.
https://repository.usfca.edu/capstone/1838
Included in
Nursing Administration Commons, Other Nursing Commons, Perioperative, Operating Room and Surgical Nursing Commons, Quality Improvement Commons
