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[Code of ethics for nurses and territory hospital group]
Jane-Laure Danan1, François Giraud-Rochon2
1Ethos, université de Lorraine, faculté de médecine, 9, avenue de la Forêt-de-Haye, 54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France; EPS Maison-Blanche, groupement hospitalier de territoire de Paris "Psychiatrie et neurosciences", 6-10, rue Pierre-Bayle, 75020 Paris, France; Fine Europe, 10, rue Audubon, 75012 Paris, France.
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|September 20, 2017
Summary
The new nursing code of ethics standardizes professional conduct for all nurses. This government-issued decree impacts nursing practices, credibility, and employer responsibilities within healthcare settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Ethics
- Healthcare Policy
- Professional Standards
Background:
- The recent publication of a governmental decree establishes a code of ethics for all nursing professionals.
- This standardization impacts various nursing sectors and practice modes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the implications of a new, government-mandated nursing code of ethics.
- To explore the dual nature of this decree as a professional credibility enhancer and an enforceable regulation.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of the nursing code of ethics decree.
- Examination of its potential impact on nursing practices and managerial relationships within a hospital group.
Main Results:
- The decree standardizes nursing procedures, affecting all professionals regardless of their sector.
- It presents a dual effect: reinforcing professional credibility while imposing enforceable standards on nurses and employers.
Conclusions:
- The implementation of the nursing code of ethics requires integration into daily nursing and managerial practices.
- Understanding the enforceability and credibility aspects is crucial for hospital administration and nursing staff.