Volume 29, Issue 5, 2020
DOI: 10.24205/03276716.2020.1159
Refresher Training in Nursing: A Sample Program
Abstract
Objective: To introduce the preparation of a refresher training program that can be a guide for health professionals.
Methods: Preparations for the establishment of a refresher training program were initiated with literature review. Selection; the study was carried out using two questions that were determined according to the purpose of the study. In selected studies, information, roles of pediatric nurse and application stages of these roles and functions were considered as two criteria. In the light of Process Philosophy in Education, it was designed to create subject contents and prepare the presentation of the program. Taking into account the principles of adult education, it was planned to prepare and present the content of the program.
Results: A total of 64 references including articles, professional books, and thesis were analyzed. Conservation Model and Comfort Theory were chosen to complete the deficiencies in the information obtained. The topics of the training program, consisting eight chapters, were composed of the names of roles and functions. A training booklet was prepared to help trainers and participants. The training program was designed to be presented through group work and mixed technique, in four sessions and to evaluate the outcomes of the training with the achievement of the objectives of the program.
Conclusion: The implementation of refresher training programs is a highly effective method of achieving updating. Our belief is that this refresher course program presented here was it will prove to be an effective guideline for pediatric nurses.
Keywords
nursing; training program; roles and functions; health professions