staff is currently active
in defining the nursing practice on the floor while developing a cohesive
team. Pride and excellence in patient care drive the nursing staff
to succeed.
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
Staff schedules are driven by patient need.
The scheduling process is staff driven and flexible to accommodate
personal and educational needs. Once the schedule is posted, the
staff manages changes. Self-scheduling is a routine practice on
White 11. To inquire about positions available on this unit, contact
Jackie Lynch at jglynch@partners.org.
SCHEDULING PRACTICES
The RN staff is supported by patient care
associates and nursing students. A main practice theme on our unit
is teamwork and collaboration. Nurses enjoy collegial relationships,
and as members of a multidisciplinary team, participate in daily
rounds, and collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals
in managing patient care.
STAFF ORIENTATION
All staff attends a one- week nursing orientation
program. Unit orientation is preceptor based, individualized and
determined by the Nursing Director, clinical nurse specialist and the
new employee. The length of orientation is also individually determined.
New nursing graduates participate in the New
Graduate Mentorship Program.
EDUCATIONAL AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Staff education and development is supported
by The Norman Knight Nursing Center for Clinical & Professional Development. Full and partial day programs
are offered. Staff may also access outside educational opportunities.
The teaching environment provides staff with a daily opportunity
to discuss patient care related educational issues with members
of the graduate medical education program and with other members
of the care-delivery team.
Clinical Nurse Specialists provide educational
support to staff on the nursing units. Staff has time allocated
and the necessary support to offer educational programs to other
staff members. Nursing Grand Rounds programs are offered on a regular
basis.
Staff RNs have the opportunity to participate
as a nurse preceptor or a team leader. RNs may advance in their
clinical practice and demonstrate proficiency through the Clinical
Recognition Program.
White 11 is based on a culture of learning.
Bedside teaching is a normal part of every day. Unit based inservices
are continually happening on White 11. Each and every staff member
is encouraged to take advantage of the many educational offerings
throughout the hospital.
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