2008 NursiNg ANNuAl report - Catholic Health System

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Philosophy of Patient Care Patient Care Nursing at Sisters Hospital is committed to the delivery of cost-effective patient care in a holistic framework that addresses and provides for the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of each patient. We believe that patient care should be individualized in a manner that takes into consideration the unique experiences and characteristics of each patient, and that also addresses the role the individual occupies in a family unit. We believe that patient care should be based on identified desirable outcomes not only during the hospital stay, but through the life continuum. These outcomes should be collaboratively defined by the registered nurse, medical staff and other healthcare professionals based on the patient’s needs, diagnosis and family situation. We further believe the outcomes should be based on current scientific knowledge as well as pertinent research findings. We believe that the professional nurse is a patient advocate and in that role has the responsibility of informing and protecting the rights of each patient under his or her care. We believe that desirable patient outcomes are more readily attainable in a collegial environment where the knowledge and skills of all healthcare providers are respected and routinely and consistently shared. Nursing Management The philosophy of nursing management is based on the belief that we share responsibility for the development and maintenance of a professional practice setting that encourages professional growth through nursing research, education and practice. Each nursing staff member is encouraged to continually strive to maximize his or her potential. Each practitioner has responsibility and accountability for their individual professional growth within an environment that fosters learning, stimulates creativity, and facilitates communication, including the expression of differing opinions. We believe that department nurse managers are ultimately responsible for the management of the nursing staff. In addition, the nurse manager is responsible and accountable for ensuring safe and cost-effective quality care. We also believe that the department nurse manager delegates responsibility and accountability to the registered professional nurse for decisions related to the care of each individual patient. Each professional nurse, in conjunction with the patient/significant other, has the responsibility to make patient care decisions using the nursing process. 2
Nursing Committees/Councils Patient Care Executive This is the committee with final approval for Nursing Division policies, procedures and practices. This committee has high level oversight for Quality and Patient Safety initiatives within the Nursing Division, as well as oversight for the practice of professional nursing within the organization. Membership is made up of the chief nursing officer, nursing directors, nurse managers, advanced practice nurses, Care Management, staff educators, and staff nurses. Administrative nursing supervisor/nurse manager A monthly meeting of administrative nursing supervisors and nurse managers which serves to facilitate communication and shared decision making for staffing and administrative procedures. It allows for the exchange of ideas and information related to clinical services on all shifts and supports consistency for frontline staff. This meeting provides a regularly scheduled opportunity for communication between nursing supervisors and managers, as well as the chief nursing officer. Policy and Procedure This hospital-wide committee reviews policies on a rotating basis every two years, and revises or updates as necessary based on current evidence and best practice research. This team has worked on converting to online software implemented by <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>Health</strong>, allowing for a more streamlined structure for day-to-day operations. The committee has also collaborated with St. Joseph Hospital to combine policies between the two hospitals in preparation for the anticipated merger on April 1, 2009. Magnet Champions The team continues to educate and increase awareness of our nurses’ pursuit of recognition for excellence here at Sisters Hospital. Mary Jane Abrams, Toni Goodman, and Mary D’Angelo attended the National Magnet Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. At the conference, the Magnet Champions team learned more about another opportunity for recognition as a provider of excellence in nursing. The Pathways to Excellence program is another ANCC recognition option that Sisters Hospital is pursuing in conjunction with the Journey to Magnet status. Recognition and Retention Started as a group of nurses planning activities for Nurses Week in May, the Nurses Recognition and Retention Council has evolved into a year-round work group dedicated to increasing recognition of nurses for the work they do everyday for our patients. By involving staff nurses and organizational leadership, the team develops recognition ideas for things such as length of service, professional accomplishment, quality care, and patient safety. These ideas are then studied and developed into policy and practice to the extent allowed by circumstances and available resources. Skin Integrity Team This committee continues to meet monthly to discuss pressure ulcer surveillance, and opportunities for changes in practice or product that will improve overall skin health among our patients. Members consist of the site enterostomal and skin care nurse specialist, staff nurses from the medicalsurgical units and critical care, and a representative from nutritional support services. 3
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