The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Primary Care Settings: A Comprehensive Review | ||||
| Egyptian Journal of Chemistry | ||||
| Volume 67, Issue 13, December 2024, Page 781-791 PDF (666.31 K) | ||||
| Document Type: Review Articles | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/ejchem.2024.312993.10211 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
| Afnan Khalid Zakary1; Rahaf Khalid Zakari2; Ameera Mohammed Modawi2; Safiya Ahmad Alnajei2; Kholoud Ahmed Ghazwani2; Jamila Ahmed Yahya Garadi2; Elham Ali Hmlan3; Hussain Mohammed Najmi4; Edress Ahmad Masrahi5; Hassan Ali Otaif5 | ||||
| 1Nursing Specialist, Alreath General Hospital, Alraith 87654, Al Baha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | ||||
| 2Nursing Specialist, King Fahad Central Hospital in Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | ||||
| 3Nursing Technician, Southern Bish Primary Healthcare Center Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | ||||
| 4Nursing Specialist, - Jazan Specialized Hospital, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | ||||
| 5Nursing Specialist, Altuwal General Hospital, Jazan, Blessed 86751, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| The healthcare industry worldwide is seeing a growing need for primary care services that are both easily accessible and efficient. This need is primarily driven by a scarcity of healthcare professionals and the rising number of elderly individuals in the population. Nurse Practitioners (NPs), equipped with their extensive clinical expertise and patient-focused methodology, provide a viable way to tackle these difficulties. This extensive analysis evaluates the incorporation of NP positions in primary care environments, scrutinizing the elements that support and impede their integration. The research shows that NPs achieve similar patient outcomes and satisfaction levels as doctors, but their acceptance is hindered by considerable barriers. Uncertainty about the duties and responsibilities of NPs in companies causes confusion and conflict. The fee-for-service payment model, which is prevalent in several healthcare systems, has the potential to impede the integration of nurse practitioners due to financial obstacles. Moreover, opposition from other healthcare practitioners, motivated by apprehensions over job stability and independence, might impede the acceptance and cooperation of nurse practitioners. Nevertheless, the research also emphasizes many factors that contribute to the effective integration of nurse practitioners. Role clarity, comprehensive training initiatives, and substantial organizational backing are essential. Establishing a productive partnership between NPs and doctors is crucial, as it cultivates an environment characterized by mutual respect and collaborative decision-making. The research highlights the need of acknowledging the distinctive abilities and expertise of NPs, enabling them to effectively use their advanced clinical knowledge. This study offers significant insights into the intricacies of incorporating NPs into primary care settings. To fully harness the potential of NPs in enhancing patient care, improving workforce efficiency, and meeting the increasing demand for primary care services, it is essential to tackle the obstacles of job ambiguity, financial incentives, and professional reluctance. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Nurse Practitioners; Healthcare Integration; Primary Care; Workforce Shortages; Collaboration; Role Ambiguity | ||||
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