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One year later: evaluating a changing delivery system.

S Sella1, J A MacLeod

  • 1VA Medical Center, Gainesville, FL.

Nursing Forum
|January 1, 1991
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Primary nursing care delivery significantly improved patient care, with nurses reporting enhanced continuity and communication. This nursing model fosters better collaboration with healthcare professionals, supporting its continued implementation.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Healthcare Management
  • Organizational Change

Background:

  • Primary nursing was implemented in a tertiary hospital's medical and surgical units.
  • Evaluating the impact of this new care delivery model on nursing practice and patient outcomes was crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess nurses' perceptions of primary nursing one year after its introduction.
  • To evaluate the impact of primary nursing on patient care, nursing practice, and interdisciplinary interactions.

Main Methods:

  • A 23-item survey was administered to primary and associate nurses.
  • Lewin's theory of change guided the evaluation framework.
  • The survey focused on perceived improvements in patient care, practice changes, and team interactions.

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Main Results:

  • The majority of nurses perceived improvements in patient care under primary nursing.
  • 100% of primary nurses agreed that patient care had improved.
  • Key improvements included enhanced continuity of care, communication, and patient problem awareness.
  • Interactions with dietitians, social workers, and physicians showed notable improvement.
  • Both positive and negative changes in nursing practice were reported.

Conclusions:

  • Primary nursing positively impacted patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Continued support and further evaluation are recommended for staff nurses.
  • The study highlights the need for ongoing assessment of this nursing care delivery model.