Publications by authors named "Bai Chunlan"
Aim: describe the core competencies of gerontological nurse specialists and investigate the factors that contribute to the development of core competencies.
Design: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from August 2015-March 2016.
Methods: The descriptive study of gerontological nurse specialists' core competencies used a self-assessment instrument with three first-level domains (attitude, skill and knowledge) and 9 s-level dimensions.
Purpose: This study aimed to determine the core competencies of Chinese gerontological nurse specialists and test the psychometric properties of a core competency self-evaluation instrument.
Methods: This study consisted of 2 stages. A literature review, theoretical analysis, and the Delphi methods involving 28 experts were performed to identify the core competencies required of gerontological nurse specialists in China.