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The scope of enrolled nurse practice: a review of the literature
Sally Milson-Hawke
Acting Deputy Service Manager, John Hunter Hospital, Hunter New England Health, NSW
Isabel Higgins
Clinical Nurse Consultant (OPAC), Research and Practice Dev; School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle; Center for Practice Opportunity and Dev, John Hunter Hospital, Hunter New England Health, Newcastle NSW
Abstract
In this paper the scope of nursing practice of enrolled nurses (EN) is discussed within the context of the current demands of the health care environment and the impact of a changing grade mix for qualified nurses. Discussion is provided about EN practice, roles, functions, and competencies. The need for consistency in legislative and national guidelines, educational preparation, and the implementation of a decision-making framework is argued.
Keywords
scope of nursing practice, enrolled nurses, competencies
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