Degree Name
Nursing Practice, DNP
Publication Date
6-24-2025
First Advisor
Lisa Drake
Second Advisor
Chandra Carter
Abstract
Person-centered care planning (PCCP) is a cornerstone of psychiatric nursing practice, yet many nurses lack the training and confidence to implement it effectively. This quality improvement project addressed a practice gap in nurse self-efficacy regarding PCCP completion at an acute psychiatric hospital. A care plan completion rate of 88%, below the institutional benchmark of 100%, prompted an intervention. This project’s purpose was to enhance nurse self-efficacy in implementing PCCP by providing focused training on trauma-informed care, cultural competence, and person-centered care planning. The project used a pre-post intervention design to assess the impact of the intervention, with self-efficacy measured using a validated 12-item questionnaire. Results showed a statistically significant increase in self-efficacy scores from a mean of 3.24 to 3.91 (p < .001) with a large effect size (Cohen’s d = 1.47), confirming the effectiveness of the intervention. These findings highlight the value of evidence-based education for increasing staff confidence and add to Bandura’s self-efficacy theory. The project's implications support psychiatric nursing and conclude that a clearly defined training program with structure and purpose can improve the quality of care, nurture an appreciation of professional development, and improve patient outcomes through more individually planned, culturally responsive, person-centered care. The project enhances nursing practice by demonstrating that educational interventions can improve self-efficacy and promote changes in practice. Implementing PCCP training at onboarding and ongoing education may lead to organizational improvement related to patient-centered care.
Rights Management
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Recommended Citation
Iype, Divya, "Quality Improvement Project Improving Nurse Self-Efficacy in Completing Person-Centered Care Plans" (2025). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects. 173.
https://arch.astate.edu/dnp-projects/173
