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Design director: a new role for nurses.

W Winslow

    Canadian Journal of Nursing Administration
    |June 1, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary

    This article details a director of nursing's experience leading a maternity renovation design. It highlights the benefits of involving clinical experts in hospital facility design and outlines the planning stages.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Administration
    • Hospital Design
    • Clinical Engineering

    Background:

    • Hospital renovations require careful planning and execution.
    • Integrating clinical expertise into facility design is crucial for optimal outcomes.
    • The role of nursing leadership in design projects is often underestimated.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the experience of a director of nursing leading a maternity renovation project.
    • To highlight the advantages of incorporating clinical experts' perspectives in hospital facilities design.
    • To outline the stages of the planning process and the design director's role.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative descriptive study.
    • Case study of a maternity renovation project.
    • Leadership experience documentation by the director of nursing.

    Main Results:

    • Successful incorporation of clinical expertise led to improved design.
    • Clear definition of the design director's role facilitated project progression.
    • The planning process involved distinct, manageable stages.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinical expert involvement is vital for effective hospital design.
    • Nursing leadership can effectively guide complex facility design projects.
    • Structured planning enhances the success of healthcare renovation initiatives.

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