Cultivating a Culture:: Implementing Methods to Embrace Diversity and Inclusion

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Organizational Diversity
• Nursing Leadership

Background:

• Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) integrated diversity as a core value in 2009.
• The organization has focused on providing care to diverse populations and fostering an inclusive staff environment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight AAMC's advanced diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• To showcase the impact of strategic diversity efforts on organizational culture and leadership.

Main Methods:

• Implementation of strategic initiatives and community partnerships for targeted recruiting.
• Focus on creating a culture that supports open dialogue about differences.
• Application of targeted hiring practices to increase leadership diversity.

Main Results:

• AAMC received the American Organization for Nursing Leadership's Prism Award for advanced diversity efforts.
• Increased diversity within hospital leadership positions.
• Cultivation of an organizational culture that encourages open conversations about diversity and inclusion.

Conclusions:

• AAMC demonstrates a successful model for advancing diversity and inclusion in healthcare.
• Strategic initiatives in recruitment and hiring can effectively enhance leadership diversity.
• Fostering an inclusive culture is crucial for supporting diverse populations and staff.