what is supernumerary status?
Supernumerary is an adjective which means exceeding the usual number. When used as a noun, supernumerary means a temporary employee, additional society member, or extra manpower, usually in a function which has a temporary contract. In aeronautical context, a flight deck may contain a supernumerary seat. 2  This is a place for someone who doesn't have anything to do with the take off, flying, or landing of the aircraft. 3  Just a place for an extra body to observe.
In general, the concept of supernumerary status was well received and was supported by all involved who believed that its goal of producing adequately trained and skilled practitioners in an intensive care environment was a worthwhile exercise that benefited both staff and patients.niversity of Ulster, Jordanstown, Newtownabbey, UK. brian.mcgowan@ulster.ac.uk. This paper presents an evaluation of the implementation of supernumerary status in intensive care units in the Greater Belfast area.