Self-in-relation theory and the role of the clinical nurse specialist. Part II: Application to advanced nursing roles in a professional practice model

Clin Nurse Spec. 1995 Nov;9(6):322-5.

Abstract

CONCEPTS AND ASSUMPTIONS of self-in-relation theory of women's development, as proposed by feminist scholars at the Stone Center in Wellesley, Massachusetts, are applied in this article. This theory was used as a framework to guide staff development and mentorship roles of advanced practice nurses. How the theory served to direct these roles and assisted in development of a professional practice model is discussed. Exemplars from the authors' practices and professional practice outcomes after 2 years of theory implementation are presented.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Interprofessional Relations
  • Job Description*
  • Mentors
  • Models, Nursing*
  • Nurse Clinicians / psychology*
  • Nursing Theory*
  • Self Concept*
  • Staff Development
  • Women's Rights*