Validation of Psychometric Properties of the Nursing Work Index-Revised Scale in Portugal.

Sara Anunciada Patrícia Benito Filomena Gaspar Pedro Ricardo Martins Bernardes Lucas

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

The NWI-R-PT scale has a competent and reliable structure. The scale's validity is confirmed; therefore, it may be employed in all contexts in clinical practice, research, and nursing management. The NWI-R-PT is a useful and valid instrument to assess the nursing environment in hospitals, primary care, long-term care, and nursing homes. The scale has significance in improving the quality of nursing care and patient safety, the professional development of nurses, and organizational results.

Keyphrases

patient safety
quality improvement
healthcare
mental health
primary care
long term care
psychometric properties
clinical practice
patient reported outcomes
clinical evaluation