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ArticleBMJ open2025

Development of core competency evaluation index system for informatics nurses in China: a Delphi study.

Xiajing Lou, Mengxin Wang, Shihua Cao, Qiong Zhang, Jiani Yao, Yankai Shi, Lingling Cheng, Xiaowei Xu, Li Ning, Chunling Yang and 2 more

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Xiajing Lou *Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2465-7117
Mengxin Wang *The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, Anhui, China.
Shihua CaoHangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China csh@hznu.edu.cn.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9391-2345
Qiong ZhangZhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Jiani YaoHangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Yankai ShiHangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Lingling ChengZhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Xiaowei XuZhejiang University School of Medicine First Affiliated Hospital, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Li NingHangzhou First People's Hospital, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Chunling YangLiaocheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng, Shandong, China.
Tingqi ShiNanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.
Shuyuan WangLiaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.

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Abstract

objectiveTo develop a scientific and systematic core competency evaluation index system for informatics nurses in China. The goal is to support their training, assessment and performance evaluation.

methodsAn initial set of evaluation indicators was created based on a review of existing literature and semi-structured interviews. From September to December 2023, the indicators were refined through two rounds of Delphi expert consultation. A total of 21 experts from 11 provinces in China completed the questionnaires.

resultsThe response rate for both rounds of questionnaire surveys was 100.0%. The expert authority coefficient was 0.934. The coordination coefficient among experts was statistically significant (p<0.05). After analysing expert feedback, the final index system included six first-, 17 second- and 69 third-level indicators. Each indicator was assigned a weight. The six first-level indicators and their weights were as follows: theoretical and practical skills (0.303), communication and coordination skills (0.152), professional development capabilities (0.210), critical thinking (0.050), nursing management skills (0.210) and occupational humanistic characteristics (0.075).

conclusionsThis core competency evaluation index system provides a foundation for the training and assessment of informatics nurses in China. It can help develop skilled informatics nurses who improve care processes, enhance efficiency and support better patient outcomes.

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Clinical CompetenceNursesNursing InformaticsAdultChinaDelphi TechniqueFemaleHumansMaleSurveys and QuestionnairesDelphi TechniqueEDUCATION & TRAINING (see Medical Education & Training)NursesNursing Care

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PMCPMC12198820

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