Value-informed nursing practice: What is it and how to make it a reality

Area of Science:

• Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Management
• Health Economics

Background:

• Nurses are pivotal in daily resource allocation within healthcare settings.
• Nursing practice directly influences both the quality and safety of patient care, as well as associated costs.
• The current healthcare landscape necessitates a focus on the economic aspects of care delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce the concept of 'value-informed nursing practice'.
• To define value-informed nursing practice as a framework that considers both patient outcomes and the cost of care.
• To present this concept as a novel approach to envisioning and executing nursing practice.

Main Methods:

• This article is conceptual, presenting a framework rather than empirical data.
• It defines and elaborates on the principles of value-informed nursing practice.
• Part 1 of a six-part series establishing the foundation for this practice.

Main Results:

• Value-informed nursing practice is defined as a paradigm shift in nursing.
• This practice emphasizes the dual consideration of clinical outcomes and financial costs.
• It provides a new perspective for nurses in decision-making regarding resource utilization.

Conclusions:

• Value-informed nursing practice offers a structured approach to optimizing healthcare value.
• Integrating cost considerations into nursing practice is essential for sustainable healthcare.
• This concept encourages nurses to be leaders in both quality care and cost-effective resource management.