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Traffic control: nursing practice calendar.
Linda Rus1, Kathy Cheesebro, Erica Nagra
1Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007, USA. rusl@bronsonhg.org
Journal for Nurses in Professional Development
|May 10, 2013
Summary
Nurses face an "information traffic jam" due to numerous simultaneous practice changes. A coordinated nursing practice calendar was developed to manage and communicate hospital-wide educational initiatives effectively.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Management
- Clinical Practice Improvement
Background:
- Nurses face challenges retaining information due to multiple simultaneous practice changes, regulatory updates, and new technologies.
- Lack of coordination among various educational initiatives for nursing and allied health staff exacerbates information overload.
- Effective knowledge transfer is crucial for safe and efficient nursing practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the challenge of information overload for nurses.
- To improve the communication and education of hospital-wide initiatives affecting nursing practice.
- To develop a system for prioritizing and disseminating essential practice updates.
Main Methods:
- Development of a nursing practice calendar.
- Implementation of a coordinated approach to educational initiatives.
- Facilitation of communication regarding changes in best practices and regulatory standards.
Main Results:
- The nursing practice calendar aids in prioritizing and communicating educational needs.
- Improved coordination of teaching initiatives enhances information delivery to nurses.
- A structured approach helps manage the influx of new information for nursing staff.
Conclusions:
- A nursing practice calendar can effectively manage and streamline the education of nurses regarding multiple simultaneous changes.
- Coordinated educational strategies are essential for overcoming information overload in nursing.
- Implementing such a calendar supports safe and effective nursing practice through better knowledge management.
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