Saga – Patricia Benner: Novice to Expert – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating Patricia Benner's Novice to Expert model. The podcast discusses Dr. Benner's influential research, which highlighted the experiential knowledge and skills nurses develop over time, leading to her renowned Novice to Expert model. This model, adapted from the Dreyfus model of skill acquisition, outlines the progression of nurses from novice to expert, emphasizing the shift from abstract principles to concrete experiences guiding actions. Dr. Benner's work revolutionized the understanding of nursing expertise, focusing on the quality of care rather than prestigious positions. Part two will explore the evolution of her research and its impact on nursing education and practice.

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