Purpose: The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate a Korean\nNurses� Core Competency Scale (KNCCS). Methods: This methodological research\nwas conducted over two major steps. The first step involved developing\na preliminary 70-item KNCCS based on an extensive literature review and the\nstandards and criteria proposed by the Korean Accreditation of Nursing. The\nsecond step involved evaluating validity and reliability of the KNCCS. 528\nnewly graduated nurses recently employed in nine major hospitals were participated\nin this research for validation. Results: The final KNCCS consisted of\n70 items. The exploratory factor analysis identified five subscales under which\neach item could be categorized: 1) human understanding and communication\nskills; 2) professional attitudes; 3) critical thinking and evaluation; 4) general\nclinical performance; and 5) specific clinical performance. Conclusion: The\nKNCCS shows good reliability and validity. However, the test of both criterion\nand construct validity were recommended further.
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