patricial benner novice to expert

Patricia Benner's Theory: From Novice to Expert Nursing is a theory-based practice that is continuously evolving and developing. It is an exceptional profession in which the experience of the nurse is the most important aspect to professional growth and development. The development of Patricia Benner’s theory, novice to expert has been used to direct clinical practice and transform the view of the nursing profession. Benner applied various experiences within her study of the nursing profession to describe the unique features and knowledge embedded in the experience of the nurse (Benner, 2001). Her theory has enhanced individual knowledge development, professional growth and innovative changes within the nursing profession. This paper will discuss in depth Benner’s theory, novice to expert and explore how it applies to advanced practice nursing. In addition, the disadvantages of applying this theory to advanced practice nursing will be explored. After reviewing this paper, the reader will understand Benner’s theory and will be able to identify how it applies to the role of the advanced practice nurse (APN). The novice to expert theory was chosen because of its profound impact on the structure of today’s nursing profession. Benner’s theory is unique in that it is able to provide a framework for advanced growth and development among many professions. It has been used to guide practice and advance today’s nursing profession (Alligood, 2014).
Description of Theory: Novice to Expert
In 1984 Patricia Benner introduced her theory from novice to expert after an observational and interview study of clinical nursing practice situations from the perspective of new nurses and their preceptors (Benner, 2001). Benner (2001) proposed that nurses develop skills and patient care expertise over time through firm education and experience. She claims that nurses can gain concrete knowledge and expertise without ever learning the theory and concept behind the