Perceived Clinical Performance of Nurses at Aparri

Provincial Hospital

An Action Research
Presented to
The Faculty of the Graduate School
University of La Salette, Inc.
Santiago City, Philippines

In Partial Fulfilment
Of the Requirements for the Degree
For the Degree of
Master of Arts in Nursing

Marineth L. Miranda
2023

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 APPROVAL SHEET

This Action Research entitled, “Perceived Clinical Performance Of Nurses At

Aparri Provincial Hospital,” prepared and submitted by MARINETH L. MIRANDA, in
partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Master of Arts in Nursing, is hereby
recommended for oral examination.

CRISTINA A. DUARTE, MAN

Adviser

PANEL OF EXAMINERS

Approved by the Committee on the Oral Examination with a rating of Very

Satisfactory on July 3, 2023

BELINDA A. RAMOS, MD, MSPH, FPAMS

Chairman

PETER PAUL S. CAGATAO, PhD, DBA MELISSA B. BACENA, MAED, MOM

Member Member

Accepted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Master of Arts in
Nursing.

REV.FR. FRANKLIN G. PICIO, MS, PhD.

University President

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the individuals who have

contributed to the success of my research. First and foremost, I would like to thank my

Research adviser, Ma’am Cristina Duarte, for his guidance, support, and patience

throughout the research writing process. His expertise and knowledge have been

invaluable to me, and I am grateful for his unwavering support.

To my family and friends for their encouragement and understanding during this

time. Their love and support have motivated me to complete my paper.

To my colleagues specially the Nursing Service Family of APH for their

assistance and insights throughout the research process. Their knowledge and

expertise have been instrumental in shaping the research and findings presented in this

paper.

To the researchers, authors and my Aunt Dra. Evelyn L. Pascua whose work

inspired and informed my research. Their dedication and contributions to the field have

been invaluable, and I am grateful for their contributions to the body of knowledge in this

area.

I would like to dedicate this research to my family, who have always believed in

me and supported my dreams. Without their love and encouragement, I would not be

where I am today.

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 I would also like to thank my professors, mentors, and peers who have helped

me grow and develop as a researcher and writer. Their support and guidance

have been invaluable to me, and I am grateful for their contributions to my academic

journey.

Lastly, I would like to thank the anonymous reviewers who provided valuable

input on my research drafts. Their constructive criticism and suggestions have helped

me improve the quality of my work and make it more impactful.

In conclusion, I would like to express my gratitude to all those who have

contributed to my research. Their support, guidance, and expertise have been

instrumental in shaping the research and findings presented in this paper. I am honored

to have had the opportunity to work on this subject, and I am excited to continue

exploring this field of research in the future.

The Researcher
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DEDICATION

To my family, who have always believed in me and supported my dreams.

Without your love and encouragement, I would not be where I am today.

To my respected professors, mentors, and peers who have helped me grow and

develop as a researcher. Your guidance and support have been invaluable to me, and I

am grateful for your contributions to my academic journey.

To the researchers and authors who have given valuable insights into my own

work. Your dedication and contributions to the field have been instrumental in shaping

my understanding of the subject matter.

To the anonymous reviewers who provided valuable feedback on my research

paper. Your constructive criticism and suggestions have helped me improve the quality

of my work and make it more impactful.

Finally, to the readers of this paper, I hope that my research will make a positive

contribution to the field and inspire further inquiry and discovery.

MLN
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ABSTRACT

Institution : University of La Salette, Inc.

Address : Santiago City, Philippines

Title : Perceived Clinical Performance Of Nurses At Aparri

Provincial Hospital

Author : Marineth L. Miranda

Degree : Master of Arts in Nursing

Date of Completion :

Nurses play a vital role in the health care systems of government. They are

indispensable resource in the different sectors and units of the health care system. The

nurses are responsible for providing quality care to patients as they are admitted or

clinic for treatments, medications and educating them on the do’s and dont’s while they

are confined in the hospital.

This study was conducted to determine the level of clinical performance of the 32

full time and 5 contractual nursing staff of the Provincial Hospital of Cagayan at Toran

Aparri. The Individual Performance Commitment Review(IPCR) tool was used to obtain

data and information as to their level of performance along a.) Core functions and b.)

suppport functions being contained in the IPCR. Included ar ethe demographics profile

in terms of sex, age and lenght of service rendered at the hospital were presented,

interpreted and analyzed in connection with their performance level.

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The research methods explained were descriptive and documentary analyzes

along with the data and information derived from the accomplished IPCR rating period

July 22-Dec-22.

The level of clinical performance of the nurses-responder have exhibit”very

satisfactory” level of performance despite diversity in age, sex, and lenght of service

rendered. It is impressive to note that the core functions are rated at “Very Satisfactory”

level with the exemption of the item “Direct Nursing care done” is rated at a level

“Outstanding”. It is infered that these group of nurses are indeed have strong focus on

patients care advocacy.

There are nursing intervention measures that are recommended intended to

improve patient’s care and as well as professional skills and knowledge of the nurses at

the hospital setting.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE i
APPROVAL SHEET ii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iii
DEDICATION iv
DEDICATION v
TABLE OF CONTENTS vi
LIST OF TABLE x
1
INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study 2

Research Questions 3
Significance of the Study 4
Theoretical Background 5
Theoretical Framework 6
Literature Review

METHODS

Research Design 11
Site and Participants 11
Population, of Respondents 12
Instrument 12
Data Gathering Procedure 13
Data Analysis 13
Ethical Considerations 14

RESULT 15

DISCUSSION 28
Conclusion 30
Recommendation 31

REFERENCES 32
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APPENDICES

Appendix A – Letter To Conduct the Study 34

Appendix B – Approved Letter To Float the Questionnaire 35
Appendix C – Curriculum Vitae 36
Appendix D – Raw Data on Core Functions and Support Functions 37
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LIST OF TABLES

Table

Demographic Profile of the Nurses

Table 1. Age profile of Nurses Respondents

Table 1.2 Sex profile of Nurses Respondents

Table 1.3 Civil Status Profile of Nurses - Respondents

Table 1.4 Length of Service Profile of Nurses Respondents

Level of Clinical Performance of nurses in terms of Core Function.

Table 2.1 Level of Clinical Performance of Nurses in their Core

Functions

Table 2.2 Level of Clinical Performance of Nurses in their Support

Functions

Table 3.1.1 Measures practiced by nurses in their clinical core

functions according to age

Table 3.1.2 Measures being Practice by nurses in their clinical

Core Functions according to sex.

Table 3.1.3 Measures being practice by nurses in their clinical

Core Functions according to civil status.

Table 3.1.4 Measure being practiced by nurses in their Clinical

Core Functions according to length of service.

Level of Clinical Performance of nurses in terms of Support

Function.

Table 3.2.1 Measure being practiced by nurses in their clinical support

functions according to age.
Table 3.2.2 Measures being practiced by nurses in their Clinical Support
Functions according to sex.

Table 3.2.3 Measures practiced by nurses in their Clinical Support

Functions by Civil Status
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Table 3.2.4 Measures being practiced by nurses in the performance of

their Support Functions according to length of service.
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