Patricia Benner
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Patricia Benner is an american nursing scientist.
"From novice to expert"
Patricia Benner’s work “Novice to Expert: Excellence and Power in Clinical Nursing Practice” has been instrumental in defining and highlighting clinical growth in nursing. Benner’s articulation of the different stages of clinical development in nursing practice has assisted many preceptors and seasoned nurses in setting realistic expectations for new grad nurses. The exemplars in her work are inspiring and motivating.
At Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento her “Novice to Expert” concepts guided the creation of the Clinical Nurse Ladder Program. This program acknowledges and rewards expertise in clinical practice for bedside practitioners. Adopting her practice of using exemplars to describe practice, the applicants write exemplars addressing seven domains that capture the professional nursing role. I have found that in writing exemplars each nurse gains a deeper appreciation for the valuable work and quality of care that they provide to their patients. In my role as Mentorship Facilitator I applied her theory in my coaching of new grad nurses as they adapted to the organization and their new role as professionals. I am indebted to her on-going work and contributions to the nursing profession.
Publications
- Benner, P. (1984): "From novice to expert - Excellence and Power in Clinical Nursing Practice", Addison-Wesley Publishing
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