Nurse‐led care management models for patients with multimorbidity in hospital settings: A scoping review

Aim The aim of this scoping review is to map the nurse‐led care management models for patients with multimorbidity in hospital settings. Background Patients with multimorbidity in hospital, due their complexity, benefit a nurse‐led care management model. This care management model allows for better identification of patients' needs and a person‐centred approach. Evaluation This review followed the JBI methodology for scoping reviews. The search included the international databases Web of Science, CINAHL, MEDLINE, Nursing & Allied Health Collection and grey literature. A total of 21 articles were included in the final content analysis. Key issues Three categories of nurse‐led care management models emerged from the data, namely, nurse‐led programs, case management and nurse facilitator models. The interventions focused on training, discharge support, follow‐up, health promotion and patient‐centred care. Conclusion The centrality of the patient is a common characteristic of nurse‐led care models, namely, the acquisition of disease self‐management skills, preparation for hospital discharge and continuity of care in the community. Implications for nursing management Nurse‐led care management models can empower patients to manage their chronic conditions more effectively. Adapting these care management models in hospital settings will be a challenge for nurse managers. Scoping review protocol The full protocol used can be accessed at doi:10.11124/jbies‐20‐00222.