A Model for Developing Efficiency Related to Sustainability among Nursing Instructors in Colleges under Praboromarajchanok Institute

Abstract

This mixed methods design research and development study aimed to create a model for developing the efficiency of nursing instructors in order to promote the sustainability of the nursing colleges under the jurisdiction of Praboromarajchanok Institute. The research was conducted in 4 stages. The first stage was to study the competencies of nursing instructors in what regards sustainability. The sample group consisted of 272 people, including directors, deputy directors, work supervisors, and practical instructors. Participants were randomly selected using the stratified sampling method. Data were collected using questionnaires, and analyzed using descriptive statistics   and stepwise multiple regression analysis statistics. The second stage was to study the guidelines for developing nursing instructors’ competencies. The sample was a group of 4 qualified persons. The instrument was a semi-structured interview form. There was also an observation visit at the two best agencies to study their practices, using a reporting form and a document study form. Data were analyzed using content analysis. The third stage was to draft the model and check its suitability by 9 experts. The fourth stage was an evaluation of the developed model. The sample consisted of 154 people, including the directors, deputy directors, supervisors and instructors in nursing colleges in the northern region of Thailand. Stratified sampling method was applied. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results of the research found as follows:

1. The competencies of nursing instructors affecting the sustainability were divided into  9 aspects, namely: a) health, b) attitude, c) self-evaluation, d) philosophy and ideology for self-development, e) knowledge management, f) development of personnel professionalism, g) capability and manpower of personnel, h) compensation and benefits, and i) personnel working environment.

2. The guidelines for developing the efficiency of nursing instructors were divided into three stages: designing development activities, implementing the activity plan, and evaluating and reflecting on the development outcome.

3. The model consisted of principles and rationale, objectives, success factors, components of instructor efficiency, development guidelines, and the sustainability of the colleges.

4. The appraisal of the model's suitability was at a high level (M=4.04, SD=0.70). The feasibility and benefits assessment was also at a high level (M=05, 4.40; SD=0.82, 0.47, respectively).

Administrators might arrange competitions and give awards for the development of nursing instructors’ efficiency as an incentive for continuous improvement.