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We are getting ready to incorporate the "humpty dumpty scale". It's based on the age of the child, their level of anxiety or behavior, and what meds they're on or potentially could be on. I don't know how to attach here, but I could email you a copy.

I can tell you I had the exact same experience. This is what I did. I made a master list of all competencies that were to be needed. For each competency, there is a skill checklist that accompanies it. Example: for nurses to be competent in urinary catheterization, they must complete the skill checklist for urinary catheterization. The checklist is basically a step by step of the procedure (which I had to either create or update in certain circumstances). It was a huge undertaking, but now that it's done, I'm glad. Hope this helps you.

Thank you so much. So much information, but so informative. I really appreciate it!!

I'm new to this as well, but I used an HC pro program called "Evidence Based Competency Management System". It gives good guidelines on differences between competencies and skills. I have a list of competencies, and attached to each competency is a skill. It has become rather laborious, and I probably over did it, but the situation here was that the current competencies were outdated and left a lot to the RN's own interpretation. I feel there needs to be a strong paper trail when it comes to evaluating competency, with references on how those competencies are validated. Anyway, hope this helps. It's a long process, but once in place, it's done!!

Hello, all. I am also new to the staff development role. As a nurse for 15 years at the bedside, it has been a challenge for me. Question: How can I apply for Contact Hours or CEU credit for courses that I will be teaching staff? It would be a great incentive for them if they felt they were actually receiving credit for all the education they receive. I am located in NC. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated!!

I know it's been like 2 years since this thread was started, but I just started in a new position as a clinical nurse educator, and would love a copy of your research paper. thanks!!

I work in a small community hospital. I am the educator for a adult med/surg/peds unit. I want to know how you guys calculate I&O for your pediatric patients. We currently calculate intake and output in cc's and weigh all diapers, totalling q8h. The pediatricians want I&O calculated in cc/kg/hr for ALL their patients. I feel this is unrealistic for the population of kids we have on our unit. Thoughts? Suggestions?