Dryden, H. and Rice, A.M. (2008) Using guidelines to support secondment: a personal experience. Journal of Nursing Management, 16(1), pp. 65-71. (doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2934.2007.00794.x)
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Abstract
<p>Background: Secondment is recognized as a method of staff development and can offer both individuals and organizations structure and flexibility in relation to service development.</p> <p>Aim: This article describes the experience of a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) seconded 3 days a week for 18 months to a Macmillan Education Unit, as an associate lecturer (the host organization). Different types of secondment are discussed, mapping this experience to Partnership Information Network guidelines.</p> <p>Evaluation: A 360° evaluation process involving all key stakeholders was carried out, and highlighted positive aspects.</p> <p>Conclusion: Secondment is recommended as a valuable and safe method of staff development, increasing knowledge and skills, raising motivation and aiding retention, provided guidelines are adhered to and strategies are in place to mitigate risks.</p>
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Rice, Prof Ann Marie |
Authors: | Dryden, H., and Rice, A.M. |
Subjects: | R Medicine > RT Nursing |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Nursing and Health Care |
Journal Name: | Journal of Nursing Management |
ISSN: | 0966-0429 |
Published Online: | 16 January 2008 |
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