As I read the entries from my reflective journal, I could see how my focus shifted from assisting patient with his basic needs at the beginning of the nursing school to more comprehensive nursing care today. My years of experience in education and later in quality control, influenced values that have translated well into the nursing field. First and foremost are work and client safety. The quality of service, attention to detail, and
(Merriam-Webster Medical/Core, 2015). In an interview with Julie Gernetzke, Executive Director of Operations for CHI Health Alegent Creighton Clinic, she stated that there are many movable parts to developing a core staff. Julie spoke of several areas of focus, which when broken down, fall into these three areas: skill level and engagement of staff, system work flows, and the culture of the clinic. There are several terms used for developing the right staffing model, such as right sizing, highest and best use staffing and high performer model. In seeking the perfect model, there are three primary roles that affect productivity: the physician, the
CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE Cultural diversity in the workplace Lisa Long March 8, 2013 Devry University On any given day, the Oncology division where I work is caring for patients with varying types of cultural and ethical backgrounds. In this paper, I will review the importance in understanding cultural, ethical, and gender differences. I will stress the importance of these concepts in the care of our patients and also in fostering good working relationships with co-workers. The hospital where I am employed stresses that work colleagues be treated with the same respect and dignity as our patients. I will also discuss my thoughts generated by the “lefties for the day” experiment, and how we can benefit to remember another’s point of view and realize that every employee holds a vital position in a successful business.
Erica Miller 60 Hindle House, Arcola Street, Dalston, London E8 2DX Telephone: 07427546614 Email: erica32love@gmail.com PERSONAL PROFILE I am a hardworking, reliable person with excellent time keeping. I enjoy talking to people face-to-face or over the phone. I am well-organised, enthusiastic, efficient and well-mannered individual who can adapt to new working environment and circumstances. I am able to work either as part of a team or on my own initiative as I am a conscientious worker. WORK EXPERIENCES 2013 – Ongoing Shaw HealthCare, Maitland park Villas, Maitland park Road, London NW3 Support Worker/Team Leader In charge of the well-being of 35 clients at Shaw HealthCare.
Organizations are Complex Systems: Kaiser Permanente Katherine Adams MBAC602 Fall 8W2 2012 Abstract The vision, mission, core values, strategy, structure, people, culture, and Systems Thinking of Kaiser Permanente are all evident in the way they care for both their employees as well as their customers/patients. Their vision and mission align with their core values to create a strategy for the future. The structure and the people at Kaiser Permanente have, over time, developed and maintained the culture that many of our patients expect from their health care provider today. As far as Systems Thinking is concerned Kaiser Permanente is an industry leader, mapping a path for other companies to follow in. Organizations are Complex Systems: Kaiser Permanente Mission statement, Vision, and core value of Kaiser Permanente: The mission of Kaiser Permanente is “to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve (xnet.KP.org, 2012).” The vision statement at Kaiser Permanente is updated every three years to hone in on the current focus, I can state that the focus of our most recent strategic plan is to do our part to improve healthcare and health insurance in the United States.
Running head: ADVANCED NURSING LEADERSHIP Advanced Nursing Leadership Name: University: Course: Instructor: Date: Evaluation/Assessment of a Nurse Leader/Manager In all healthcare facilities which have NL (Nurse Leader) positions, the NLs are generally charged with provision of coordination between varied disciplines, facilitation of the planning of care, being liaisons for physicians, engendering improvement of quality as well as compliance to practices which are based on evidence, coaching and mentoring nursing recruits and providing communications to families as well as their patients (Institute of Medicine, 2003). I was led to the NL roles by my 12 year experience in Floor Nursing (FN); where I volunteered to train as a fill-in during the NL’s absences due to sickness or vacation. In a short while, I was appointed to a permanent position. Training on the job assisted me in effectively transitioning into the roles in addition to my FN experiences. Moreover, I will need to do two to three management classes as required by the state regarding continuing education hours.
The staff is trained to recognise any early signs of aggression and all are able to read and use properly body language. Diary for Friday, 05/07/2013 0750 Meeting with the Home Manager – He informed me about some changes in new clients Individual Care Plans and we discussed recent problems from the last two days when I was off. I received some info about two potential clients coming possibly very soon and how we have to collect more data during the pre-admission assessment. The Manager gave me all info/records/ about a new client in S.1/a service user with mental illness, recently on Section 117 from the Hospital/ 0815 Nurse hangover – Nurse-in-charge in the area I manage/ bungalows and satellites/ reported that we expect a potential client who comes for a visit at 1030 with her carers. Eventually , if possible, I have to collect some info – assess and observe and report to the Manager later/after 2pm/.
In my role I will need to form relationship with wide range of people including People who use the service Family and friends of the individual I support Managers Colleagues from my organisation Colleagues from other organisation Communicating with other staff members ensures effective team working and continuity of care. It also ensures any health and safety issues are recognised and reported. All carers attend hand over at the beginning of each shift and also complete communication books after attending an individual, thereby keeping other staff informed and aware of current situations within the workplace. 2.2 Explain how communication affects relationships in adult social care setting. When working in care setting communication is a
Ashley Jones Certified Nurse Assistant Raleigh, NC jjonesnewhaven@aol.com - 203-843-3767 To Obtain a position in Customer Service, Healthcare, and or hospitality that will offer me the opportunity to continue to learn and develop my skills where I can prove myself with excellent Service. WORK EXPERIENCE Certified Nursing Assistant Raleigh Rehabilitation Center - Raleigh, NC - April 2013 to Present Responsibilities: I performed activities of daily living such as: Bathing, showering, feeding, serving meals, taking vital signs, recording inputs and outputs,grooming, incontinence care, exceeding supervisors expectations, engaging in activities with patients, caring for long term and rehabilitation patients, and keeping a neat and tidy work environment
Unit 4222-202 - Introduction to personal development in Health and Social Care (SHC 22) Outcome 1 Understand why communication is important in the work setting 1.1 Describe the duties and responsibilities of own role: * I have worked with my current employer for 3 to 4 months and in my previous employment I worked for a year as a Carer. I mainly work inside the clients' homes and on social calls I escort them to supermarkets for shopping, Parks for leisure activities and gyms for physiotherapy sessions. * Personal care, making sure communication is involved so that dignity and choice is not neglected but also promoting hygiene in the best interest of the client. * Meal Preparation, communication is involved by giving them choice of meals, drinks and if they are not willing to eat, finding out why and giving them advice or suggestions to resolve the problem. * Medication, communication and having the trust of our clients is handy when administering and prompting medication, as some clients can be reluctant to take tablets if they believe them to be doing harm to them or just don't want to take them, good communication and trust can reassure the clients that the tablets are to help your conditions and will help them to stay healthy and well.