Exploring Advanced Practice Nursing in France
Process of Emergence and Implementation of Advanced Practice Nursing in France
This study looks at how Advanced Practice Nurses in France are changing their roles and helping improve healthcare access and quality as the country faces more demand and fewer healthcare workers.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1600 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Clichy, France) |
| Trial ID | NCT06355505 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study follows Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) and advanced practice nursing students in France over several years to assess the evolution of their roles, economic impact, and geographical distribution. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research combines quantitative data from questionnaires with qualitative insights from interviews and observations. The study aims to understand how the implementation of APNs can improve healthcare access and quality in response to increasing demand and workforce shortages in France.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study include advanced practice nursing students enrolled in their second year and practicing Advanced Practice Nurses with over six months of experience.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the advanced practice nursing framework or those outside of France may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the role of Advanced Practice Nurses, leading to improved patient care and access to healthcare services.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes in similar approaches to integrating advanced practice nursing roles, indicating potential for success in this context.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria : For the questionnaires : * be enrolled in the 2nd year (semester 3 or 4) in one of the 24 universities offering the State Diploma of Advanced Practice Nursing, regardless of the mention between 2024 and 2026 * be the holder of the state APN diploma at the beginning of the study (year 2024) For case studies: \- hold the state diploma of Advanced Practice Nurse and have been practicing for more than 6 months as an APN in a hospital structure, in a health facility in primary care or via a liberal activity in primary care
Where this trial is running
Clichy, France
- Beaujon hospital — Clichy, France, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Julie Devictor, PhD — Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
- Study coordinator: Julie Devictor, PhD
- Email: julie.devictor@aphp.fr
- Phone: 06 64 71 26 75
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.