Creating a clinical development plan for acute care nurses.

Abstract

This article explores the rationale and creation of Clinical Development plans for acute care nursing staff development. The Clinical Development Plan is suggested as a method of determining the learning needs of nurses on various acute care nursing units by identifying required performance. Development is covered from novice to expert levels. Competencies are categorized into technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. Such a plan is helpful for identifying ongoing training needs of nursing personnel.