title: Identifying the learning needs of nurse managers. application of the critical incident technique.
abstract: Accurate identification of learning needs is the most important component of the staff development process. The critical incident technique is shown to be a valuable tool in identifying the learning needs of nurse managers in a long-term care facility. This technique addresses the real work issues and concerns affecting nurse managers. A step-by-step process is provided to help nurse educators develop a comprehensive inventory of learning needs.
authors.forename: W D
authors.initials: WD
authors.lastname: Care
mesh_terms: D003479:Curriculum; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D009718:Nurse Administrators / Q000193:education*; D015402:Nursing Education Research / Q000379:methods; D012866:Skilled Nursing Facilities