Assessment of an established dialysis nurse practitioner model of care using mixed methods research
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Stanley, Melissa Jayne, Worrall-Carter, Linda, Rahman, Muhammad Aziz, McEvedy, Samantha Marie and Langham, Robyn. (2015). Assessment of an established dialysis nurse practitioner model of care using mixed methods research. Contemporary Nurse. 51(2-3), pp. 148 - 162. https://doi.org/10.1080/10376178.2016.1157029
Authors | Stanley, Melissa Jayne, Worrall-Carter, Linda, Rahman, Muhammad Aziz, McEvedy, Samantha Marie and Langham, Robyn |
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Abstract | Aims and Objectives: To assess a dialysis nurse practitioner ( NP ) model of care by examining satisfaction, quality of life ( QOL ) and clinical outcomes of haemodialysis patients and explore experiences of dialysis nurses. Design: Mixed methods. Methods: Database analyses of dialysis indices amongst a sample ( n = 45 ) of haemodialysis patients; a survey ( n = 27 ) examining patient experience, satisfaction and QOL; and in-depth interviews with a sample ( n = 10 ) of nurses. Results: Nurses commended the NP role, with five themes emerging: “managing and co-ordinating”, “streamlining and alleviating”, “developing capability”, “supporting innovation and quality” and “connecting rurally”. Patients’ average age was 66 years and 71% were male. Patients’ satisfaction with the care they received was rated 3.5/4 or higher across seven parameters and the average QOL score was 7.9/10. Conclusion: The NP model of care is effective in enhancing patient care within a collaborative framework. The challenge is to sustain, and enhance the model, through mentorship programs for potential candidates. |
Keywords | kidney disease; chronic; nephrology; nurse practitioner; renal dialysis; quality of life; patient satisfaction |
Year | 2015 |
Journal | Contemporary Nurse |
Journal citation | 51 (2-3), pp. 148 - 162 |
Publisher | Routledge |
ISSN | 1037-6178 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/10376178.2016.1157029 |
Scopus EID | 2-s2.0-84973495965 |
Open access | Open access |
Page range | 148 - 162 |
Research Group | Mary MacKillop Institute for Health Research |
Author's accepted manuscript | |
Publisher's version | |
Additional information | Authors accepted manuscript |
Place of publication | Australia |
https://acuresearchbank.acu.edu.au/item/88522/assessment-of-an-established-dialysis-nurse-practitioner-model-of-care-using-mixed-methods-research
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