Chinese Journal of Medical Education ›› 2026, Vol. 46 ›› Issue (3): 230-235.DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn115259-20240716-00748

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Construction of entrustable professional activities index for new nurses

Cheng Haidan1, Zhang Meng1, Tian Junye1, Lu Qian2, Qi Xin3, Wang Cheng4   

  1. 1Department of Nursing, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing 100034, China;
    2Division of Medical & Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China;
    3Department of Plastic Surgery & Burns, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing 100034, China;
    4Department of Operating Room, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing 100034, China
  • Received:2024-07-16 Online:2026-03-01 Published:2026-02-28
  • Contact: Tian Junye, Email: bjyezi8382@163.com
  • Supported by:
    Education and Teaching Research Project of Peking University First Hospital in 2023 (2023YJ28)

Abstract: Objective To construct entrustable professional activity (EPA) indicators for new nurses. Methods From June 2023 to March 2024, preliminary indicators were developed through literature review, focus group interview, and group discussion. Two rounds of Delphi consultations were conducted with 20 experts, followed by an expert panel meeting to finalize the EPA indicators for new nurses. Results Twelve EPA indicators were established, and the expected entrustment levels at different training stages were defined. The experts' response rate was 100%. The authority coefficients were 0.830 and 0.821, and the coordination coefficients for the two rounds of expert consultation were 0.523 and 0.141, respectively (all P<0.001). Conclusions The constructed EPA indicators for new nurses are reliable, scientific, and comprehensive, providing a reference for optimizing their clinical training and assessment.

Key words: Entrustable professional activities, New nurse, Delphi method, Graduation education

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