How do I create a new Skill?

To create a custom skill, the following proficiencies may be necessary:

• Assignment of categories, specialties, and keywords
• Creation of a Quick Sheet
• Entry of necessary Extended Text
• Establishment of a Supply Listing
• Upload a Demo
• Upload Illustration files
• Creation of a Test Questions
• Design of a Skills Checklist
• Creation of a Skill Note

How

The General Tab is used to select basic skill settings. Using the fields on this tab you will be able to name your new skill.  Also you will indicate if the skill is active or requires a nursing alert. This tab also contains text fields to allow you to enter nursing alert text, summary text and revision comments.

Follow these steps to fill out the General Tab and make a start with creating a new Skill:

1. Select 'Add/Edit Skills' from the Skills menu selections. The Skills Content Management screen displays.
2. Click 'Create a new skill' in the Skill's Content Management section  The New Skills Creation screen displays.
3. Click the General tab.
4. Copy the URL displayed above the Skill Name.

   • You will be able to use this URL to view the skill. This link could also be used to link the new skill to an online policy. 
5. Enter the name of the skill in the Skill Name field
6. Select 'Yes' on the Active field.

   • Choosing to activate the skill makes the skill viewable via the highlighted URL.
7. Select the 'Yes' option of the Include Nursing Alert field to require a nursing alert.   
8. Enter text into the Nursing Alert field if applicable.
9. Enter a short description of the skill in the Summary field. 
10. Click 'Save'. A confirmation message displays at the top of the screen.