Optimizing RN/RPN Skill Mix in Acute Care Settings - RPNAO
Optimizing RN/RPN Skill Mix in Acute Care Settings - RPNAO
Optimizing RN/RPN Skill Mix in Acute Care Settings - RPNAO
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•2/8 <strong>RPN</strong> exited after<br />
orientation and a<br />
work<strong>in</strong>g period: 25%<br />
turn over<br />
•post exit <strong>in</strong>terview<br />
revealed lack of<br />
educational<br />
prep/experience for<br />
acute care sett<strong>in</strong>g<br />
prior to hire<br />
Lessons Learned<br />
• 3 factor framework is an<br />
excellent concept<br />
• Challeng<strong>in</strong>g to apply <strong>in</strong> a<br />
fast pace environment<br />
• Nurses preferred concrete<br />
guidel<strong>in</strong>es<br />
• Nurs<strong>in</strong>g care delivery<br />
model (primary<br />
care)challenges<br />
geographical assignments<br />
6/1/2011<br />
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