Journal article
Feasibility of a clinical supervision training program for mental health nurses: A mixed-methods study
Collegian, Vol.First online(4), pp.1-11
19/06/2026
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Abstract
Background: Clinical supervision is widely recognised as a valuable method of workplace support and professional development. Effective supervision requires clinical supervisors to be trained on theory and practice. Oftentimes, training is interdisciplinary and may not address discipline-specific needs.
Aim: This study evaluated the implementation of a clinical supervision training program developed specifically for mental health nurses and informed by community and consumer involvement.
Methods: A convergent parallel mixed-method design was used. A purposeful sample of 18 mental health nurses who completed the training program participated. Data collection included the Acceptability, Feasibility, Appropriateness Scale and open-ended qualitative survey responses. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively, with exploratory correlation analysis, and qualitative data were analysed thematically.
Findings: Quantitative results identified that mental health nurses were satisfied with the clinical supervision training program. Qualitative feedback revealed two themes: (i) learning experience and (ii) relevance and impact of learning. Integrated findings indicated strong satisfaction with the training content and identified key considerations for translation to clinical practice. The discipline-specific clinical supervision training was acceptable and appropriate for mental health nursing practice.
Discussion: Discipline-specific training can effectively prepare clinical supervisors. However, successful translation to practice depends on organisational support beyond individual training.
Conclusion: While the training supported confidence and improved knowledge of clinical supervisors, further considerations for sustainable implementation of supervision in mental health nursing practice are required.
Details
- Title
- Feasibility of a clinical supervision training program for mental health nurses: A mixed-methods study
- Creators
- Jennifer Hamilton - Edith Cowan UniversityLesley Barr - Edith Cowan UniversityMarie Boulianne - Edith Cowan UniversityIrene Ngune - Edith Cowan UniversityJulie Sharrock - Edith Cowan UniversityDebbie Massey - Edith Cowan University
- Publication Details
- Collegian, Vol.First online(4), pp.1-11
- Publisher
- Elsevier B.V.
- Grant note
- Edith Cowan University, Early-Mid Career Researcher Grant Scheme 2025 (Stream 1), 2025-2026
This work was supported by Edith Cowan University, Early-Mid Career Researcher Grant Scheme 2025 (Stream 1), 2025-2026.
- Identifiers
- 991013386636902368
- Copyright
- © 2026 The Author(s).
- Academic Unit
- Nursing; Faculty of Health
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article