We Need An Educated Voice! Access to Specific Theatre Based Higher Education and the Professional Advancement of Theatre Nurses

Abstract

Newly qualified theatre nurses could benefit from a wider national availability of university based education specifically for theatre practice from which to develop both the technical and nontechnical skills of their role to enhance the delivery of optimum, safe and sensitive patient care. They would be better prepared for challenging situations and develop resilience, thereby reducing stress. The professional role of the theatre nurse would be advanced through engagement in recognised education with academic accreditation.

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Education Patient safety Technical skills Non-technical skills Human factors Stress

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