A new vision of professionalism

Article Abstract:

Professionalism, among health professionals as among other professionals, has traditionally been associated with characteristics such as knowledge, competitiveness and formal training. It is now appropriate to consider a new type of professionalism for nurses, one which values other characteristics. These could include intuitiveness, interdependent decision-making processes, collective responsibility and supported practice. It is likely that old and new professionalism will continue to coexist, especially as some of the ideas of new professionalism do not yet have widespread support.

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Time to get serious

Article Abstract:

Conditions are now emerging in the NHS in which nurses, health visitors and midwives will be able to play a much greater role in research and development work. However, this will only be really effective if new approaches are taken to research and development. Many small-scale research projects have been undertaken, but it is now time to become involved in much more extensive research projects which are properly planned and have full funding.

Research, Column, United Kingdom. National Health Service

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