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Human becoming-guided patient-centered care: A new model transforms nursing practice.
Gail J Mitchell1, Debra A Bournes, Jane Hollett
1York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. gailm@yorku.ca
Nursing Science Quarterly
|June 8, 2006
Summary
Nurses gained valuable learning experiences through dedicated time for professional development. This initiative fostered advancements in patient-centered care and nursing practice on their unit.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Management
- Professional Development
Background:
- A 24-month research project evaluated the impact of allocating 20% of nurses' time for learning and self-development.
- The study focused on an orthopedic surgery and rheumatology unit in a Canadian teaching hospital.
Observation:
- Learning activities were divided between organizational goals (patient-centered care, human becoming theory) and self-directed nurse interests.
- Teaching-learning and mentoring processes were central to the project's methodology.
Findings:
- Nurses engaged in both structured and self-directed learning, enhancing their professional growth.
- The initiative led to observable changes in nursing practice on the unit.
Implications:
- Dedicated learning time can positively transform nursing practice and patient care.
- Findings support the integration of professional development into daily nursing roles.