Competency Testing: Evaluating a BSN Student’s Readiness for Transition to Practice
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2018-03-29T14:36:47ZAuthor Details
Kimberly Dillon-Bleich, MSN, RN; Patricia A. Sharpnack, DNP, RN, CNE, NEA-BC, ANEF; Lauren Patton, MSN, RN, CCRN, CHSE -- Breen School of Nursing, Ursuline College, Pepper Pike, Ohio, USALead Author Sigma Affliation
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Competency and Transition to PracticeType
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Systematic use of competency testing fosters success in student transition to clinical nursing practice. Chi-square analysis found a relationship between standardized assessments, NCLEX passage, clinical decision making, and quality and safety competencies. Reliable assessments that support a safe transition to practice are essential in nursing education.
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Nursing Education Research Conference 2018: Generating and Translating Evidence for Teaching Practice. Held at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park, Washington DCConference Name
Nursing Education Research Conference 2018: Generating and Translating Evidence for Teaching PracticeConference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of NursingConference Location
Washington, DCConference Year
2018Conference Identifier
NERC18F01Date of Publication
2018-03-29Notes
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