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An investigation into the perceptions of clinical supervision experienced by learning disability nurses
David Sines
London South Bank University, UK
Steve McNally
Oxford Brookes University, UK, sj.mcnally{at}brookes.ac.uk
This study explored perceptions of clinical supervision among community-based residential learning disability nurses in south-east England. A questionnaire generated a sample of 35, of whom 26 engaged regularly in clinical supervision. Respondents reported that supervision provided protected time to reflect on their skills and on their professional and personal development. They identified a need for greater clarity in the roles of supervisor and supervisee, and a clearer separation of managerial and developmental imperatives. They wanted support and preparation for supervision, and range of options for type of supervision and choice of supervisor. Thus supervision was found to be important for staff working in isolated community-based services for people with learning difficulties. However, little research has been carried out in this area. This study could help to shape and unify the future provision of clinical supervision.
Key Words: clinical supervision • community care • learning disability nurses • staff support • stress management
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Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, Vol. 11, No. 4,
307-328 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/1744629507083582
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