Quality-Caring in Nursing and Health Systems by Joanne R. Duffy
First Edition named an AJN Book of the Year iJoanne Duffy makes a compelling argument in this book that relationships have been marginalized and no longer serve as the central organizing principle of health servicesOThis book resonates with a virtual groundswell of findings regarding the importance of relationships for organizational performance and for human wellbeing.i -Jody Hoffer Gittell Professor of Management, Brandeis University This edition stresses the proven need for a return to the patient-centered care neglected through our health systemis emphasis on procedures, protocols, diagnostic testing, technology, and costs. It addresses the significant challenges to quality care posed by the upcoming changes in our health care system, and focuses on health systems, the role of nursing within them, and the interprofessional health team as the key to change ensuring high quality care. The book responds to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Actis focus on accountable care organizations, the recent IOMis Future of Nursing Report, the call for radical transformation of nursing education, and current evidence on patient safety and quality of care. This text explores the Quality-Caring Model(c), which honors nursingis most deeply felt value, and can be applied to clinical, educational, and leadership practice to advance our nationis health system. Among the bookis strengths are its translation of theoretical knowledge to practical applications that can be used for clinical interventions and resolution of professional issues. Chapters include key terms, case studies along with practical exercises and references, and iCalls to Actioni offering inspiration and guidance for implementing change. New to the Second Edition: Focuses on current challenges to quality care posed by upcoming changes to our health systemAddresses health systems, the interprofessional health team, and the role of nursing within themCombines theoretical foundations for practice with clinical, leadership, and educational applicationsExamines the powerful role of relationships in promoting nursing excellence, improving patient satisfaction, and patient outcomesServes as a key guide for graduate nurse educators and students, nurse leaders, and hospital leadership seeking Magnet certificationIncorporates recommendations of the Affordable Care Actis focus on accountable care organizations, the IOMis Future of Nursing Report, educational transformation, and current research on safety and quality of care
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ISBN: 9780826110152
Publication Date: 2013-04-01
Professional Practice Models in Nursing: Successful Health System Information by Joanne R. Duffy
This is the first resource to demonstrate to nurse leaders, administrators, and staff how to develop, apply, and successfully integrate a professional practice model into a health system. It delivers best practices for creating, implementing, evaluating, adapting, adopting, and revising professional practice models that contribute to improving patient outcomes. Consolidating a wealth of information in one place, the text describes a coordinated and consistent approach that generates an in-depth understanding of professional practice models including their implementation and evaluation. Distinguished by its focus on the'how to'of successful enculturation—a common obstacle for many nursing professionals—the text guides nurse leaders and educators in the process of integrating professional practice models into clinical workflow, advancing nursing practice, improving the quality of patient care, and facilitating Magnet® designation. Specific methods and implementation strategies are delineated along with tipping points and milestones. Real-life examples offer relevant lessons from others who have encountered problems and created successful solutions along the way. They describe approaches, resolutions to problems, unique insights, and meaningful revisions. Opportunities for reflection and case analysis are presented and chapters—each with comprehensive, concise, evidence-based content—include learning objectives, key summary points, reflective exercises, illustrations, charts, and'learning from the field'insets. Key Features: Encompasses essential information for developing, applying, and diffusing a professional practice model Provides comprehensive, concise, and evidence-based content Written by a renowned nurse leader, educator, and researcher with expertise in the enculturation of professional practice models Addresses one of the criteria necessary for Magnet® designation Includes a strong disciplinary perspective with a focus on professionalism and demonstrating value
Quality-Caring in Nursing and Health Systems by
First Edition named an AJN Book of the Year iJoanne Duffy makes a compelling argument in this book that relationships have been marginalized and no longer serve as the central organizing principle of health servicesOThis book resonates with a virtual groundswell of findings regarding the importance of relationships for organizational performance and for human wellbeing.i -Jody Hoffer Gittell Professor of Management, Brandeis University This edition stresses the proven need for a return to the patient-centered care neglected through our health systemis emphasis on procedures, protocols, diagnostic testing, technology, and costs. It addresses the significant challenges to quality care posed by the upcoming changes in our health care system, and focuses on health systems, the role of nursing within them, and the interprofessional health team as the key to change ensuring high quality care. The book responds to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Actis focus on accountable care organizations, the recent IOMis Future of Nursing Report, the call for radical transformation of nursing education, and current evidence on patient safety and quality of care. This text explores the Quality-Caring Model(c), which honors nursingis most deeply felt value, and can be applied to clinical, educational, and leadership practice to advance our nationis health system. Among the bookis strengths are its translation of theoretical knowledge to practical applications that can be used for clinical interventions and resolution of professional issues. Chapters include key terms, case studies along with practical exercises and references, and iCalls to Actioni offering inspiration and guidance for implementing change. New to the Second Edition: Focuses on current challenges to quality care posed by upcoming changes to our health systemAddresses health systems, the interprofessional health team, and the role of nursing within themCombines theoretical foundations for practice with clinical, leadership, and educational applicationsExamines the powerful role of relationships in promoting nursing excellence, improving patient satisfaction, and patient outcomesServes as a key guide for graduate nurse educators and students, nurse leaders, and hospital leadership seeking Magnet certificationIncorporates recommendations of the Affordable Care Actis focus on accountable care organizations, the IOMis Future of Nursing Report, educational transformation, and current research on safety and quality of care