An evaluation of the role of the night nurse practitioner
Article Abstract:
St George's NHS (National Health Service) Trust created the position of night nurse practitioner in 1992 as a consequence of its commitment to reducing the hours of junior doctors. Following training, the six newly-appointed night nurses were able to carry out some procedures normally carried out by junior doctors. After a nine month period, a study of the experiment was undertaken to ascertain whether there was a need for their role to continue. The study concludes that night nurse practitioners are a valuable addition to the hospital's care team.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1996
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Updating practice
Article Abstract:
The decision to allow general practitioners (GPs) to perform minor operations on their patients resulted in the development of specialized facilities. One unit, staffed by an administrator and 2 nurses, was opened in Barking, England for 41,000 pounds sterling. GPs could rent the facility for a small sum and after carrying a specified number of procedures would receive a fee. Initially the uptake of the service was slow but with additional training the GPs felt more confident to carry out minor surgery.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1996
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