Basic information of participants
Characteristic | Participants, n (%) |
Gender | |
Male | 156 (47.0) |
Female | 176 (53.0) |
Type of occupation | |
Paediatrician | 137 (41.2) |
Nurse | 135 (40.7) |
Health information technician | 60 (18.1) |
Education level | |
Other lower | 48 (14.5) |
Bachelor’s diploma | 166 (50.0) |
Master’s diploma | 103 (31.0) |
Doctor’s diploma | 15 (4.5) |
Level of professional title* | |
Ungraded | 58 (17.5) |
Junior | 153 (46.1) |
Intermediate | 81 (24.4) |
Senior | 40 (12.0) |
*Professional titles symbolise the professionalism of healthcare workers. The evaluation process for these titles is guided by the National Health Commission of the People’s Republic of China. Typically, there are four levels that represent the proficiency levels of knowledge and skills within a specific area of specialisation, and individuals holding these titles are often entrusted with leadership responsibilities.