Leadership Practices Of Supervisory Employees: An Exploration Of Current Practices At A Southeastern Veterans Affairs Medical Center,
2016
East Tennessee State Universtiy
Leadership Practices Of Supervisory Employees: An Exploration Of Current Practices At A Southeastern Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Melissa M. Zimmerman
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
As the nation’s healthcare system moves through the 21st century, unprecedented changes are occurring on both a local and global stage. Healthcare organizations are faced with creating and implementing leadership strategies to enhance the overall patient experience. When coupled with the need to ensure increased nurse job satisfaction, improved cost-effectiveness and healthy organizational cultures with fiscally sound budgets, improvement work has led efforts to ensure effective leadership techniques are used across an agency.
This task may be viewed as commonplace for some organizations, while others may perceive this process as a complete paradigm shift from historical practices related to …
Bariatric Surgery Weight-Loss Maintenance Among Hispanics: A Multiple Case Study,
2016
University of Texas at Tyler
Bariatric Surgery Weight-Loss Maintenance Among Hispanics: A Multiple Case Study, Minerva Aguilera
Nursing Theses and Dissertations
Obesity significantly contributes to human illness and to subsequent rising healthcare expenditures. Bariatric surgery has been identified as the only effective option to achieve the weight loss necessary for those who are morbidly obese. Previous research indicated that maintaining significant weight loss has been a problem for individuals who undergo bariatric surgery. The number of bariatric surgeries is increasing and factors that contribute to or interfere following bariatric-surgery weight-loss maintenance need to be determined. Research on weight-loss maintenance following bariatric surgery is very limited, particularly among the Hispanic population. This case-study research used an explanatory, multiple-case-study design to gain greater …
Personal Protective Equipment Use For Patients With Clostridium Difficile,
2016
Murray State University School of Nursing
Personal Protective Equipment Use For Patients With Clostridium Difficile, Mallory L. Compton
Scholars Week
In researching the literature on correct PPE by healthcare staff when a patient has C. diff. I have found that the policy on PPE for patients with C. diff at Baptist Health Paducah is compliant. The theoretical framework used for this research is that of Imogene King. Their policy is evidence based and is also cost effective when it comes to preventing the spread of infection from patient to patient. There is no need for change to this policy at this time because it is supported by evidence in the literature.
The Perception For Good Death Of Community Dwelling Japanese And Thailand Respondents,
2016
St.Mary's College
The Perception For Good Death Of Community Dwelling Japanese And Thailand Respondents, Michiyo Ando, Supawadee Somchit, Mitsunori Miyashita, Laiad Jamjan
Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal
Having a “good death” is a very important goal of palliative care, and it is useful for nurses to understand cultural differences in the perception of a good death to propose nursing care. The purpose of this study was to compare the perception of a “good death” among community-dwelling Japanese and Thai people. Three hundred sixty-nine respondents completed the Good Death Questionnaire. The research design was a cross-sectional study. The scores of the Japanese respondents on “good relationships with medical staff,” “being respected as an individual,” and “fighting against cancer” were higher among Thai respondents. On the other hand, “environmental …
Anxiety: What Is It And How To Deal With It,
2016
University of Southern Mississippi
Anxiety: What Is It And How To Deal With It, Kaitlyn Byrd
Student Brochures
No abstract provided.
Asthma,
2016
University of Southern Mississippi
Life With Alzheimer's Disease,
2016
University of Southern Mississippi
Skin Cancer: Be Kind To The Skin You Are In,
2016
University of Southern Mississippi
Skin Cancer: Be Kind To The Skin You Are In, Sara Beth Stevens
Student Brochures
No abstract provided.
Southern Living: Type 2 Diabetes,
2016
University of Southern Mississippi
Southern Living: Type 2 Diabetes, Annie Doster
Student Brochures
No abstract provided.
Dangerous Waters: An Exploration Of Bathing Procedures Used In Kentucky’S Acute And Long Term Care,
2016
Western Kentucky University
Dangerous Waters: An Exploration Of Bathing Procedures Used In Kentucky’S Acute And Long Term Care, Lisbeth P. Sturgeon, Dawn M. Garrett Wright, Lorraine B. Bormann Phd, Rn, Mha, Cphq, Sonya House, M. Susan Jones, Grace Lartey
Nursing Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Loma Linda Nurse - Vol. 24, No. 01,
2016
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda Nurse - Vol. 24, No. 01, Loma Linda University School Of Nursing
Loma Linda Nurse
Contents
2 | From the dean
3 | Table of contents International service
4 | Saving mothers’ lives: changing midwifery education in Africa At a glance
6 | By the numbers: LLU School of Nursing Academics
7 | School of Nursing receives $2 million HRSA grant
8 | Changes in DNP program provide greater flexibility and speed
8 |Catering to working nurses, RN-to-BSN program goes completely online
9 | Students experience poverty through simulation
10 | Pool of nurse scientists to grow as BS-to-PhD program launches in 2017
Research
10 | Easing grief in India: Dr. Lisa Roberts pilots intervention …
The Lived Experience Of Fathers With Advanced Cancer,
2016
CUNY Graduate Center
The Lived Experience Of Fathers With Advanced Cancer, Maria Mowassee
Dissertations, Theses, and Capstone Projects
Historically, fathers have been neglected as a research population in the nursing and oncology literature. This was in relation to their role being viewed as a disciplinarian and breadwinner instead of a nurturer. Fast-forward to modern day society, their role has evolved into a more involved parent that is necessary for their child’s development and well-being. The literature has also evolved and in recent years, this population has been gaining recognition and it is of great importance to understand their role, perception, and concerns as it pertains to being involved fathers. Therefore, when considering fathers with advanced cancer when death …
Improvement Of Outcome And Assessment Information Set (Oasis) Documentation In Home Care To Boost Medicare Star Rating,
2016
University of San Francisco
Improvement Of Outcome And Assessment Information Set (Oasis) Documentation In Home Care To Boost Medicare Star Rating, Jennifer Kernohan
Master's Projects and Capstones
The aim of this CNL Internship Project is to improve the admission and discharge assessments of a home care agency in order to boost agency’s star ratings. The project is being carried out within a home care agency in Northern California. The multidisciplinary team provides services in the patients’ place of residence, an ever-changing setting. The project follows a train-the trainer approach beginning with self-paced learning of the OASIS format. The trainee will conduct an admission, also known as start of care (SOC), assessment followed by trainer critique and advisement. Establishing a rapport early will aid the assessment process. Face-to-face …
Improving Unit Dynamics: Incorporating Lead Nurse Program On A Medical-Surgical Unit,
2016
University of San Francisco
Improving Unit Dynamics: Incorporating Lead Nurse Program On A Medical-Surgical Unit, Kara Mace
Master's Projects and Capstones
Clinical nursing leadership is now recognized as a key professional competency that will assure quality patient care and efficient work processes. The medical-surgical unit (MSU) at VA Mather has had high turnover rates and low staff satisfaction surveys for the past two years, which has led to a decline in staff morale. Lead nurses are in key positions to develop their unit staff, promote leadership development, and they are encouraged to act as role models in their practice. Change is difficult; therefore, the application of essential leadership skills is a necessary accompaniment to a change strategy in order to produce …
Issues In Patient Information Transmission: Standardizing Home Health Admission,
2016
University of San Francisco
Issues In Patient Information Transmission: Standardizing Home Health Admission, Philippa Thomas
Master's Projects and Capstones
When 84 patients, current and former, complained about lack of information during the intake process within five months period, a uniform "Patient Screening Tool" (Appendix L) was developed to improve the admissions process to this home health agency. Intake staff is responsible for receiving accurate information from the referral sources, confirming qualifications to receive services, and initiating education about services to the patient. While the population served has a wide range in age, diagnoses, discharge settings and cultures, the majority are over 65, frail, homebound and are returning home after hospital, SNF or rehabilitation settings.
Data were collected through evidence …
Standardized Blood Transfusion Documentation,
2016
University of San Francisco
Standardized Blood Transfusion Documentation, Kelly A. Hill
Master's Projects and Capstones
The aim of this project was to improve nurse satisfaction through the use of a standardized blood administration documentation template. The goal was to reduce the time that nurses spend charting by offering a structured documentation template and to ensure that the procedure is correctly recorded in the patient’s electronic record. The leadership theme that supported this project is Information Manager, as the clinical nurse leader (CNL) uses information systems and technology at the point of care to improve health care outcomes. The selected microsystem is a medical/surgical/telemetry unit, which has 38 beds with 38 registered nurses (RNs). When surveyed, …
Advanced Practice Nursing In Latin America And The Caribbean: Regulation, Education And Practice,
2016
George Washington University
Advanced Practice Nursing In Latin America And The Caribbean: Regulation, Education And Practice, Keri Elizabeth Zug, Silvia Helena De Bortoli Cassiani, Joyce Pulcini, Alessandra Bassalobre Garcia, Francisca Aguirre-Boza, Jeongyoung Park
Nursing Faculty Publications
OBJECTIVE: to identify the current state of advanced practice nursing regulation, education and practice in Latin America and the Caribbean and the perception of nursing leaders in the region toward an advanced practice nursing role in primary health care to support Universal Access to Health and Universal Health Coverage initiatives.
METHOD: a descriptive cross-sectional design utilizing a web-based survey of 173 nursing leaders about their perceptions of the state of nursing practice and potential development of advanced practice nursing in their countries, including definition, work environment, regulation, education, nursing practice, nursing culture, and perceived receptiveness to an expanded role in …
Factors Associated With Self-Care Behavior In Persons With Heart Failure.,
2016
University of Louisville
Factors Associated With Self-Care Behavior In Persons With Heart Failure., Mohammed Munther Al-Hammouri
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Introduction: Heart failure is a serious illness that mostly affects the elderly. It is characterized by progressive deterioration of the heart muscle and affects the quality of life of those living with it. The progression of the illness has been shown to be slower with appropriate self-care. Several studies examined predictors of self-care extensively. The results were inconsistent and usually explained a small fraction of the variance in self-care in persons with heart failure, and they usually overlooked some potential predictors that could be related to self-care in person with heart failure. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to …
To Foster A Culture Of Curiosity: A Hermeneutic Study Of The Experienced Nurse Educator And Student Intellectual Curiosity In The Online Learning Environment,
2016
East Tennessee State University
To Foster A Culture Of Curiosity: A Hermeneutic Study Of The Experienced Nurse Educator And Student Intellectual Curiosity In The Online Learning Environment, Bedelia H. Russell
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Skills of inquiry are essential outcomes from a baccalaureate nursing education. Students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity can develop effective skills of inquiry. Nurse educators must place emphasis on teaching and learning strategies which engage student intellectual curiosity. However, the concept of intellectual curiosity is not well-studied across multiple contexts of teaching and learning environments within nursing education. In addition, there is little known about the experienced nurse educator and the meaning of student intellectual curiosity across multiple teaching and learning environments. With the increased emphasis on online teaching and learning in nursing education as a solution for expanding student access …
Comparative Look At The Depression Treatment Modalities Of Cognitive,
2016
Liberty University
Comparative Look At The Depression Treatment Modalities Of Cognitive, Teresa M. Page
Doctoral Dissertations and Scholarly Projects
This integrative review provides a comparative view of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and pharmacotherapy (PCT) as treatment modalities for adult depression. The foci of this integrative review are to examine research articles on CBT and PCT to determine which therapy, monotherapy or combination therapy, provide a higher level of therapy for depression. The metrics utilized are depression symptom remission, response to therapy, recovery from depression, and quality of life. Individual preference and response to treatment vary. This makes the reader more aware that specific populations may be more receptive to one therapy instead of the other.
