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Improving continence services--a case study in policy influence.

Sue Thomas1, Angela Billington, Kathryn Getliffe

  • 1Policy and Practice, Royal College of Nursing, 20 Cavendish Square, London, UK. sue.thomas@rcn.org.uk

Journal of Nursing Management
|June 24, 2004
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Nurses leveraged political influence and strategic planning to enhance continence services within England's National Health Service. This case history shows how nursing power can drive significant improvements in patient care provision.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Practice
  • Healthcare Management
  • Public Health Policy

Background:

  • Continence care is a vital aspect of patient well-being and quality of life.
  • Challenges exist in the provision of effective continence services within large healthcare systems.
  • Nursing professionals are uniquely positioned to identify and address service gaps.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case history of nurses improving continence services.
  • To demonstrate the application of nursing power and influence in healthcare change.
  • To illustrate strategic approaches for enhancing patient care.

Main Methods:

  • Case study methodology.
  • Analysis of a specific initiative within the National Health Service (NHS) in England.

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  • Qualitative examination of the process of change driven by nursing staff.

    • Main Results:

    • Nurses successfully utilized their influence to improve continence service provision.
    • A combination of planned and evolving strategies was effective.
    • Demonstrated the tangible impact of nursing leadership on service delivery.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing power and political influence are critical for driving healthcare improvements.
    • Strategic planning, whether fixed or adaptive, is essential for successful change initiatives.
    • This case highlights a replicable model for nurses seeking to enhance specialized services.