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1Author Affiliation: Vice President for Nursing, Emerita (Dr Sweeney), The DAISY Foundation, Glen Ellen, California.
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|September 22, 2021
Summary
Healthcare has undergone significant transitions over the past 18 months. Gratitude for cultivated relationships offers hope during this period of change.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Studies
- Patient and Family Care
Background:
- The healthcare sector experienced substantial shifts in the last 18 months.
- These transitions impacted healthcare organizations, nursing professionals, and patient/family experiences.
- The COVID-19 pandemic imposed both physical and virtual limitations, influencing care delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To reflect on the recent transitions within healthcare.
- To highlight the importance of relationships and gratitude in navigating these changes.
- To explore the sense of hope derived from strengthened connections.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative reflection on recent healthcare experiences.
- Analysis of the impact of the pandemic on healthcare systems and personnel.
- Exploration of the role of interpersonal relationships in fostering resilience.
Main Results:
- Healthcare organizations, nurses, and patients/families have navigated a period of profound change.
- Gratitude for established relationships emerged as a significant positive outcome.
- Hope is intrinsically linked to the cultivation and maintenance of these connections.
Conclusions:
- The pandemic era necessitated adaptation and highlighted the resilience of the healthcare community.
- Nurturing relationships is crucial for psychological well-being amidst organizational and societal shifts.
- Gratitude serves as a vital emotional resource, promoting hope and facilitating recovery.
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