title: A four-level clinical ladder.
abstract: A clinical ladder identifies nursing competence, provides recognition and financial reward for bedside nursing practice, promotes responsibility, accountability, project and committee involvement, and enhances self-worth and positive morale. Because of the program's blend of skill levels, it develops a climate for clinical learning while promoting professional growth and confidence.
authors.affiliation: St. Francis Hospital, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., USA.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Pettno
mesh_terms: D002322:Career Mobility; D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D009013:Morale; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000193:education* / Q000523:psychology; D017009:Professional Autonomy; D012649:Self Concept