2012 nurse practitioner workforce survey : Nurse practitioner workforce survey

Analyses, conclusions, opinions and statements expressed in this report are those of the authors, and do not necessarily represent the views of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care or the College of Nurses of Ontario. [...] The survey package, including a letter of invitation, the questionnaire and a study information sheet, was sent to 1,441 NPs who gave consent to the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) to be contacted for participation in research. [...] Certification, Areas of Practice and Professional Liability • Of the specialty certificates that the CNO registers NPs in, the majority of respondents (74%) had the NP-PHC certificate, 20% had the NP-Adult certificate and 7% had the NP-Paediatrics certificate. [...] Client population and time spent on clinical and other activities • In terms of age groups, on average, 73% of the NP clientele was composed of seniors and adults. [...] Interprofessional care • According to respondents, NPs uniquely contribute to the consistency and continuity of care, patient and family centeredness, and comprehensiveness of care.