ABSTRACT
Objective To establish a scientific, systemic objective and practical competency model for head nurses. Methods Based on the PPEB model, the competency model for head nurses was formulated through literature review, theoretical analysis, specialists interview and Delphi method. Results The head nurses′competency model consisted of professional competency, psychology competency, ethic competency and behavior competency, which included 10 second- level indicators and 33 third- level items. A total of 16 questionnaires were sent out in each round of consultation, and 15 and 16 questionnaires were retrieved separately. the experts′authority coefficient was 0.88 and the coordination coefficient was 0.131. Conclusions The enthusiam, authority and harmony of the specialists were good, which meant the competency model for head nurses were scientific and reliable. And it could provide references for head nurses′selection, training and performance appraisal.