Planning among nurse managers in district hospitals in Ghana

James Avoka Asamani, Esther Oforiwaa Kwafo, Adelaide Maria Ansah-Ofei

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Abstract

This article reports the results of a study that explored the planning practices of nurse managers at ward level, their knowledge of planning process and the factors that influence effective planning. Although the practice of planning was almost universal, half the participants had no knowledge of the process, and this knowledge gap was traced to a lack of educational preparation before their appointment. In-service training, support from management and staff, and funding were identified as major factors influencing effective planning at ward level. The authors recommend that prospective nurse managers have educational preparation before they take up these positions and nurse managers already in post have capacity-building training in planning.

Original languageEnglish
Pages26-31
Number of pages6
Volume20
No.8
Specialist publicationNursing Management
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2013

Keywords

  • Nurse managers
  • Nursing unit
  • Planning

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