Looking Backward to Inform the Future Col Binu Sharma VPNursing Columbia Asia Hospitals India The retarded development of nursing and nursing profession seems to be mainly due to the fact that no serious thought has been given to this ID: 593344
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Empowerment in Nursing: Looking Backward to Inform the Future
Col. Binu SharmaVP-Nursing Columbia Asia Hospitals IndiaSlide2
The retarded development of nursing and nursing profession seems to be mainly due to the fact that no serious thought has been given to this discipline.. This is because of the lack of autonomy of this profession
Way forwardWhat is empowerment?IntroductionSlide3
There are compelling reasons to empower nurses. Powerless nurses are ineffective nurses. Powerless nurses are less satisfied with their jobs and more susceptible to burn outEmpowerment for nurses may consist of three components:
a workplace that has the requisite structures to promote empowerment; a psychological belief in one’s ability to be empowered; acknowledgement that there is power in the relationships and caring that nurses
provide
Why empowerment ?Slide4
DEFINITION:- To operate by itself and with EnthusiasmWhat is Empowerment?Slide5
Empowerment & Governance -NETo empower nurses in Decision Making in relation to patient’s health care needs
To demonstrate Autonomy And Assertiveness In Problem-Solving Approach towards patient care To empower nurses in Protecting Patient Rights
Purpose of nursing EmpowermentSlide6
Documented PolicyIt shall be carried out by a registered nurse.Must be supported with the documentary evidence
GuidelinesSlide7
Nurses shall be trained & empowered to make independent decision for positioning, use of comfort devices in regard to pressure ulcer based on Braden Score Assessment.
Nurses shall ensure safety of patient by ensuring appropriate hand hygiene practiceNurses shall participate in patient triaging and escalate immediate requirements to physicians/ senior nurses
All Nurses shall be trained in BLS and shall initiate CPR timely based on critical condition of the patient
Procedure:Slide8
Nurse shall announce various hospital emergency codes based on situations Nurses are empowered and motivated to report medication errors and adverse events
Nurse based upon clinical understanding and skills can independently administer 25% dextrose timely to manage acute hypoglycemia ( RBS < 40 mg )Nurse shall start oxygen administration in case of Spo2 is < 85 %
Link Nurse are empowered to audit infection control practices for all health care workers
Procedure:Slide9
Nurses are empowered to counsel the patient & family members regarding various treatment modalities (Potential to fall counseling/Infection control /Wound care etc.)Nurse shall be empowered to voice out any incidents of misbehavior/misconduct at workplace
.Representation in various committeesSupported by Continuing Education, training, Incentives & InnovationsPromoting IPR
Procedure:Slide10
Hospitals have taken Baby stepsNeed to think beyond a policy documentLessons from Magnet Hospitals
Empower Indian Nurses in the true sense and make them feel proud Conclusion :Slide11
...a truly empowering environment for nurses should nurture reciprocal professional relationships.Slide12
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