Extended care activities for nursing support workers in mental health inpatient settings: A Delphi study
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Michael Roche, PhD, MHSc, BHSc, DipAppSc, MHCert, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, Australian Catholic University and Northern Sydney Local Health District, North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; Suzanne Glover, RMN; Xiaoou Luo, MHSc -- Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services, Northern Sydney Local Health District, North Ryde, Australia
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Generic scopes of practice for nursing support workers provide limited guidance in mental health environments, with role ambiguity and under-utilisation reported. This study reports on context specific care activities for mental health inpatient settings, providing role clarity, and a basis for effective delegation and integration.
29th International Nursing Research Congress: Innovative Global Nursing Practice and Education Through Research and Evidence-based Practice, July 19-23, 2018. Melbourne, Australia.
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| Keywords | Mental Health Nursing; Nursing Support Workers; Scope of Practice |
| Name | 29th International Nursing Research Congress |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
| Date | 2018 |
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