Paula Villarreal Granda

Mrs. Paula Villarreal Granda

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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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29 March 2024 in Healthcare
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PGPaula Villarreal Granda
Paula Villarreal Granda
ARAmada Recio-Platero
Amada Recio-Platero
YBYara Martin Bayo
Yara Martin Bayo
CDCarlos Durántez
Carlos Durántez
Rosa M Cárdaba-GarcíaRosa M Cárdaba-García
Rosa M Cárdaba-García
VVVERONICA VELASCO-GONZALEZ
VERONICA VELASCO-GONZALEZ
(1) Background: The role of the nurse case manager is unknown to the population. The main objective is to analyze the existing differences within the national territory in order to make known the situation in Spain with a view to the recognition of its functions and the creation of the professional profile in an equal manner. (2) Methods: A scoping review was conducted in order to achieve the main aim. Selected articles were subjected to a critical reading, and the levels of evidence and grades of recommendation of the Joanna Briggs Institute were verified. The search field was limited to the last ten years. (3) Results: Case management models are heterogeneous in different autonomous communities in Spain. Case nurse management is qualified for high-complexity patients, follow up on chronic patients, and coordinate health assistance. (4) Conclusions: It concludes that nursing’s role is crucial in the field of case management, being required in the follow-up of chronic patients of high complexity. Despite the proven health benefits, efficacy, and efficiency of case management, there are many heterogeneous models that coexist in Spain. This involves a restriction in the development of a nursing career because of the lack of a definition of its functions and competences.