What are the four pillars of practice identified in the context of advanced practice in community nursing?

The four pillars of practice in advanced community nursing are clinical practice, facilitating learning, leadership, and evidence, research and development.

In the context of advanced practice in community nursing, the four pillars of practice are identified as clinical practice, facilitating learning, leadership, and evidence, research and development. These pillars were first described in Scotland in 2008 and are considered common to all nursing, midwifery, and allied health professionals’ roles across the UK. Each pillar contains core content that can be tailored to different roles and levels of practice, ensuring that the specific needs of various nursing roles are met.