Nursing informatics competencies: an analysis of the latest research.

Abstract

To update the published NI competencies with the latest research findings, we conducted a literature search via CINAHL and PubMed databases from 2009 to 2011. A total of 19 articles were retrieved with 7 meeting the inclusion criteria. Five studies gave examples of NI competencies. It's possible to observe trends in NI competencies research field, including contemporary skills, foundational concepts and intellectual capabilities amongst the competencies. The studies consider progressive levels of nursing practice, and give examples of the NI competencies. Nevertheless, a need of studies that links theoretical concepts and practical real environments still remains all over the world, as well as the need for defining competencies as rapid changes in informatics processes and solutions occur.