Reliability and Validity Testing of Pilot Data from the TeamSTEPPS® Performance Observation Tool

Background: The TeamSTEPPS® Performance Observation Tool (TPOT) is an instrument used in the evaluation of team performance: however, no assessment of the tool’s reliability or validity exists among nurse educators. Methods: A convenience sample of 31 nurse educators completed the TPOT to assess the reliability and validity of the instrument. Results: Using Cronbach’s alpha, the TPOT demonstrated a strong internal consistency coefficient. Through cross-group analysis of scoring between undergraduate and graduate nursing faculty, some evidence for convergent validity was confirmed. Conclusion: This pilot study establishes the internal consistency reliability and convergent validity of the TPOT instrument when used by nurse faculty.