Content Validity of the Draft Competency Scale for Advanced Practice Nurse in a Field of Primary Care in Urban Area

Examination Based on the Viewpoints of Visiting Nurses

Abstract

To examine the content validity of the draft competency scale (46 items in 6 fields) used for assessment of competencies required for advanced practice nurses to provide primary care at home in urban area, we conducted semi-structured interview with visiting nurses working in Tokyo area regarding the necessity and importance of the competencies. As a result of examination based on the viewpoints of 5 visiting nurses, the contents of some items were modified to become appropriate for the competencies of advanced practice nurse. Furthermore, similar competency items were integrated and new 6 competency items were added. Finally, the competency scale consisting of 48 items in 6 fields was established. As a result of this survey, the competency scale was improved to be more appropriate for advanced practice nurse who continues to support patients by providing care at home as far as possible to help the patients be themselves in their lives under medical care.