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The integration of a nurse model to increase clinical excellence
Karen Harris1, Carol Spinweber, Marie Doherty
1William Beaumont Hospital, Troy, Michigan 48085-1198, USA. kharris@beaumonthospitals.com
Abstract:
The purpose of this article is to describe the integration of a nurse model into practice. The goal of the model was to formulate a well-developed professional self-concept, enabling nurses to articulate the facets of nursing. The facets provide a basis for evaluations and a foundation for clinical nurse specialists to use for professional development during rounds and inservice programs. Various activities were conducted to ensure a comprehensive model that was effective, thereby creating an environment of clinical excellence.
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