A Nurse-Led Innovation in Education: Implementing a Collaborative Multidisciplinary Grand Rounds

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Education
• Nursing Professional Development
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Background:

• Multidisciplinary grand rounds are vital for promoting patient care excellence.
• These sessions foster scholarly presentations and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Grand rounds also recognize staff expertise and support professional development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a process model for implementing multidisciplinary grand rounds.
• To provide a replicable framework for healthcare organizations.
• To enhance scholarly activity and collaboration in clinical settings.

Main Methods:

• Development of a process model by nurse educators.
• The model includes components for topic submissions, presenter coaching, and evaluations.
• Focus on a systematic approach to program implementation and dissemination.

Main Results:

• A structured process model for multidisciplinary grand rounds was developed.
• The model outlines key steps from topic selection to program evaluation.
• The described model is designed for easy implementation across various organizations.

Conclusions:

• The developed process model offers a practical approach to establishing multidisciplinary grand rounds.
• Implementation of this model can improve patient care and professional development.
• The framework supports a collaborative environment across clinical disciplines.