Journal of Medical Education and Development (Mar 2013)
Educational Need Assessment of Nursing Personal of Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences using Delphi method in Yazd
Abstract
Abstract Educational Need Assessment of Nursing Personal of Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences using Delphi method in Yazd Introduction: need identification is the first step in educational planning and need assessment process acts as a foundation for defining goals and making a proper ground for organizing other important elements by identifying needs and focusing on priorities. This study was designed to assess the educational needs of nursing personnel in Shahid Sadoughi Hospital University of Medical Sciences. Methods: This is a qualitative survey study using Delphi 4-stage need assessment technique- sampled population was all of nursing personnel tended to participate their study. Results: There was consensus among all participants about 16 priorities: in specific educational needs and 17 priorities in general needs. top priorities needs in specific were CPR, intensive care, word equipment handling, cardiac Nursing care, and intubation.ECG , and in general scope were Nursing rights, infection control-, Nursing management. Conclusion: The need assessment showed general and specific educational needs of nursing personnel using Delphi technique. These results could use for continuing educational program managers in quality core improvement of Nursing
