PATIENT CARE DELIVERY MODEL
The patient care delivery model is a patient-focused
model, supported by primary nursing. Patient-focused care is high
quality, comprehensive, accessible, supportive and personalized care.
TEAM MEMBERS
The RN staff is a balanced mix of experience and novice Clinicians. Nursing care delivery is supported by PCA's, OA's, and USA's. To inquire about positions available on
this unit, contact
Megan Brown at mcbrown@partners.org.
leadership
The Nurse Director, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Operations Coordinator work collaboratively to promote a supportive, safe environment for practice.
SCHEDULING PRACTICES
Staff schedules are driven by patient needs.
The scheduling process is staff driven and flexible to accommodate
personal and educational needs.
STAFF ORIENTATION
All staff attend a one week general hospital orientation. Unit orientation is preceptor based, individualized process. New Nurses are supported by Leadership and through The Norman Knight Nursing Center for Clinical & Professional Development. Unit based orientation is generally a 6-8 weeks in length.
EDUCATIONAL AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Staff education and development is supported
by The Norman Knight Nursing Center for Clinical & Professional Development. Staff may also access outside educational opportunities.
Clinical Nurse Specialists provides clinical and educational
support to patients and staff on the unit. Staff has time allocated
and the necessary support to offer knowledge with other staff members formally and informally. Nursing Grand Rounds programs are offered on a regular
basis.
Staff RNs have the opportunity to participate
as a nurse preceptor. RNs may advance in their
clinical practice and demonstrate proficiency through the Clinical
Recognition Program.
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