Independence and interdependence of non-medical practitioners in the emergency care skill-mix (SKILLMix-ED): a multi-method study to develop a measurement tool | Synapse
April 5, 2026Open Access
Independence and interdependence of non-medical practitioners in the emergency care skill-mix (SKILLMix-ED): a multi-method study to develop a measurement tool
Key Points
This research aims to develop a tool for measuring the roles of non-medical practitioners in emergency care settings.
Conducted a multi-method approach to gather data from various stakeholders.
Focused on assessing the skill-mix of non-medical practitioners.
Analyzed the independence and interdependence of these roles.
Identified key competencies and roles of non-medical practitioners.
Developed a prototype measurement tool for evaluating skill-mix.
Highlighting the potential for improved collaboration in emergency care.
Abstract
This article presents independent research funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Health and Social Care Delivery Research programme as award number NIHR131356.