Advanced Practice Toolkit
Appendix one: Edwards model of readiness
Step 1
Have you identified a clinical need for NMP?
Yes
Actions
Perform clinical audit
Concentrate on outcomes
Submit business case
Step 2
Have you sought managerial support?
Yes
Actions
Secure study leave time
Secure protected time
Contact your NMP lead
Step 3
Have you confirmed your eligibility for training?
Yes
Actions
Ensure evidence of AP
Ensure specialist skills
Test your numeracy skills
Step 4
Have you secured funding and identified a prescribing budget?
Yes
Actions
Secure funding stream
Secure backfill
Identify prescribing budget
Step 5
Have you identified a Practice Educator?
Yes
Actions
Review RPS DPP framework
Consider location / availability
Contact HEI programme lead
Step 6
Have you identified a suitable accredited NMP programme?
Yes
Actions
Research HEI programmes
Consider travel cost and time
Consider course structure
Step 7
Have you maximised your personal readiness for training?
Actions
Consider work/life balance
Examine your motivation
Find an NMP buddy