Writing a philosophy of nursing?

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Philosophy of Science
• Educational Administration
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• Nurses in education and management frequently need to articulate a facility philosophy.
• The term

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the application of philosophical concepts within nursing education and management.
• To clarify the nature of a nursing

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of philosophy and its relation to nursing as a special science.
• Discussion of life/world views and mission statements in the context of nursing documentation.

Main Results:

• The paper distinguishes between a true philosophy and common nursing documents labeled as such.
• It highlights the importance of a clear worldview and mission statement.

Conclusions:

• Nurses require a structured approach to developing facility philosophies.
• Understanding the philosophical underpinnings enhances the creation of meaningful planning documents.