Task Profiles of Academically Qualified Psychiatric Nurses in Germany: Results of a Cluster Analysis
The clusters identified provide a nuanced understanding of the roles of graduate psychiatric nurses in Germany. This insight helps to tailor staffing structures and training programs to the needs of psychiatric care settings. By delineating distinct role profiles, healthcare institutions and policymakers can optimise resource allocation, enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and ultimately improve patient outcomes. This research provides guidance for refining clinical practice models and promoting professional development in psychiatric nursing contexts.
Authors
- Martin Holzke
- Stefan Scheydt (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8256-7718)
- André Nienaber (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1917-1216)
Institutions
- Bern University of Applied Sciences (CH)
- Central Institute of Mental Health (DE)
- German Center for Diabetes Research (DE)
- Zentrum für Psychiatrie Südwürttemberg (DE)
- Universitäre Psychiatrische Kliniken Basel (CH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- Published
- 2025-02-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/jpm.13153
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Nursing Roles and Practices
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 8.45