Chief Nursing Officers' Perspectives on Hospital-Based Building or Remodeling Projects.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Administration
• Nursing Leadership
• Hospital Design

Background:

• Chief Nursing Officers (CNOs) play a critical role in hospital facility projects.
• Their responsibilities include technology integration, infection control design, supply chain logistics, and construction management.
• Effective CNO involvement is crucial for successful hospital building and remodeling.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the experiences of Chief Nursing Officers (CNOs) involved in hospital construction and remodeling.
• To identify key themes and challenges faced by CNOs during these projects.
• To provide actionable recommendations for future CNO participation in facility development.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive survey design was employed.
• Telephone interviews were conducted with 12 CNOs across the United States.
• Rigorous methods, including peer debriefing and member checking, ensured credibility and validity.

Main Results:

• Three overarching themes emerged from the CNOs' experiences.
• A comprehensive list of practice implications was developed based on these themes.
• The study highlights critical insights into the CNO role in facility projects.

Conclusions:

• The study provides valuable recommendations for CNOs leading or participating in hospital building or remodeling projects.
• These findings serve as a foundational resource for optimizing CNO involvement in future healthcare facility development.
• Implementing these recommendations can enhance project outcomes and CNO effectiveness.