Table 1.
Top 10 Highest-Scoring Competency Elements (1=not important, 5=very important)
| 10 Highest individual competency elements* | Competency category | Mean (SD) score |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Recognizes, responds, and communicates appropriately all significant changes in a patient's health. | Communication | 4.94 (0.25) |
| 2. Demonstrates active listening, using verbal and nonverbal communication. | Communication | 4.91 (0.30) |
| 3. Maintains confidentiality and respect for the integrity of the intraprofessional team. | Collaboration | 4.90 (0.32) |
| 4. Expresses ideas and viewpoints in a respectful, confident, and concise language. | Communication | 4.90 (0.31) |
| 5. Shares and exchanges information effectively. | Communication | 4.90 (0.31) |
| 6. Assigns or accepts duties that are within one's scope of practice and competencies. | Assignment of tasks | 4.89 (0.33) |
| 7. Knows when and how to seek out information and request support when required. | Consultation | 4.89 (0.33) |
| 8. Accepts accountability for one's own contributions. | Roles and responsibilities | 4.89 (0.34) |
| 9. Is cognizant of ethical standards, laws, and regulations governing professional practice. | Assignment of tasks | 4.87 (0.38) |
| 10. Has the ability to work independently and interdependently. | Roles and responsibilities | 4.87 (0.37) |