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Case study: nursing professional practice councils: the quest for nursing excellence
1Family Health, Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit, Chatham, ON aprilr@chatham-kent.ca
Abstract:
The quest for nursing excellence requires enthusiasm, commitment and a dedicated team of nurses. The desire to create an environment where nurses were valued, supported and empowered led to the development of a Nursing Professional Practice Council within an Ontario Public Health Unit. The journey is described in detail, from planning and implementation through lessons learned and recommendations for organizations embarking on a similar quest. As a direct result of the Nursing Professional Practice Council, experiences within the organization have exceeded expectations, justified the financial costs and improved relationships among all parties.
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