Introducing a nurse practitioner: experiences in a rural Alberta family practice clinic
Présentation d'une infirmière praticienne : expériences dans une clinique de médecine familiale rurale en Alberta
Trish Reay, Eileen M. Patterson, Lisa Halma, Wesley B. Steed
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 14–20
Content Summary
This article examines the integration of a nurse practitioner (NP) into a rural family practice clinic in Taber, Alberta. Using a case study approach, the authors highlight the positive impact of the NP role on patient satisfaction, cost-effectiveness, and the integration of healthcare services. Key factors for success included flexibility in role development, strong community connections, and financial support from both the clinic and provincial health system. The study underscores the potential of NPs to enhance primary care delivery in rural settings.