Partnerships for sound practice.

Abstract

Our research into clinical supervision is continuing and project members are disseminating clinical supervision throughout the organisation. Evaluation clearly shows that at least 25% of registered nurses are already engaged in clinical supervision. There are no distinct clinical areas that have not supported staff members participating in the project, indicating its widespread acceptance. In addition, we have discovered that staff with the least prior experience of clinical supervision, such as school nurses and health visitors, are committed to its practice. Clinical supervision is no longer seen as the preserve of mental health nurses. The project is enhancing relationships at all levels between nurses. Service development and rigorous research have been closely linked, while, for individual nurses, continuing professional development is offering a pathway to academic qualification.