[Setting up a training program in a geriatric short-stay department]

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Professional Development
• Organizational Psychology

Context:

• Recent team renewal within a department necessitated strategies for integration and skill enhancement.
• Existing communication and cohesion levels required improvement to optimize departmental functioning.

Purpose:

• To design and implement an innovative training program aimed at fostering team cohesion and enhancing professional skills.
• To address challenges arising from a recently renewed team structure through targeted interventions.

Summary:

• A multifaceted training program was created, incorporating theoretical instruction, practical care approach training, and informal 'quality coffees' sessions.
• The program integrated diverse learning modalities to cater to different professional development needs and improve interpersonal dynamics.

Impact:

• Anticipated improvements in team communication, collaboration, and overall professional competence.
• Potential for enhanced departmental performance and a more integrated, skilled workforce.