title: We need an educated voice!
abstract: Newly qualified theatre nurses could benefit from a wider national availability of university based education specifically for theatre practice from which to develop both the technical and nontechnical skills of their role to enhance the delivery of optimum, safe and sensitive patient care. They would be better prepared for challenging situations and develop resilience, thereby reducing stress. The professional role of the theatre nurse would be advanced through engagement in recognised education with academic accreditation.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Miller
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D009937:Organizational Objectives; D061214:Patient Safety; D013527:Perioperative Nursing / Q000193:education*; D013192:Staff Development; D013222:State Medicine / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006113:United Kingdom