Patricia E Allen, Ronda D Mintz-Binder, Seungman Kim, Carol A Boswell
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Abstract
Background: This article describes the development of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Leaders in Practice Assessment (DNPLPA) Tool and assessment of the psychometric properties of this 33-item instrument.
Method: This study used a descriptive mixed-methods design to collect data. A national convenience sample of 208 practicing DNP nurses completed the 28-item online tool that focused on five specific outcome sections, each followed by five open-ended questions.
Results: Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficient for instrument dissemination was 0.969. Parallel analysis and scree plot results suggested that a four-factor solution was the most appropriate model. Confirmatory factor analysis also confirmed a four-factor model.
Conclusion: The DNPLPA Tool addressed many of the key recommendations listed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and offers a reliable and valid instrument to collect leadership outcome data. From factor analysis results, a wording-specific revision is warranted in one of the outcome sections.
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The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing is a monthly peer-reviewed journal publishing original articles on continuing nursing education that are directed toward continuing education and staff development professionals, nurse administrators, and nurse educators in all health care settings, for over 50 years.
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