ABSTRACT
Objective To discuss the training mode of intensive care unit (ICU) nurse specialists. Methods The trainees of class of 2014-2015 ICU nurse specialists were chosen as the object of the study, diversified training mode was utilized, namely, an optimized combination of multiple different training modes, theoretical courses+clinical practice+assessments (scenario simulation in small groups and individual practical capability)+review (a survey for the training contents, methods and effectiveness of the courses and instructors/teaching assistants, as well as position competency of the trainees)+case study in nursing+comprehensive review. Results After the training of ICU nurse specialists with diversified training mode, the scores had increased from 54.88 ± 12.45 to 79.63 ± 6.15 in theoretical courses, and from 64.69 ± 11.61 to 92.38 ± 3.10 in clinical operating skills, the differences between the above indexes were statistically significant (t=101.60, 169.96, both P<0.01);the numbers of required 140 skills in clinical practical programs mastered by trainees had increased from 66.53 ± 16.17 to 84.78 ± 21.34, the differences between the above indexes were statistically significant (t=14.866, P<0.01). After the ordered chi-square test the value of position competency before and after the training were statistically significant (χ2=24.62, P < 0.05). The trainees also expressed 100% satisfaction rate of the training courses, instructors/teaching assistants and the training effectiveness. Conclusions The diversified training mode benefits to the improvements of professional knowledge and skills, position competency and team-working, as well as the cultivation and comprehensive quality of ICU nursing specialists.