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Nursing quality assurance in Finland
1Department of Nursing Science, University of Kuopio, Finland.
International Nursing Review
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Quality assurance in Finnish nursing has advanced significantly over 15 years, driven by nurses. The Finnish Federation of Nurses (FFN) supports these quality improvement initiatives through training and networking.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Quality Assurance
- Healthcare Management
- Professional Development
Background:
- Explicit quality assurance (QA) initiatives in Finnish nursing commenced over 15 years ago.
- Nurses have proactively led the development of QA projects and standards.
- Increased awareness regarding quality variations and influencing factors has been observed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the evolution and key drivers of quality assurance in Finnish nursing.
- To highlight the role of nurses and professional organizations in advancing QA.
- To provide insights into the development of nursing quality over time.
Main Methods:
- Historical overview of QA development in Finnish nursing.
- Analysis of the role of the Finnish Federation of Nurses (FFN) as a facilitator.
- Description of training programs and support networks established.
Main Results:
- Nurses have demonstrated leadership in initiating QA projects and establishing standards.
- Enhanced understanding of quality's nature, variations, and contributing factors among nurses.
- The FFN has actively facilitated QA efforts through structured training and networking.
Conclusions:
- Finnish nursing has a well-established history of proactive quality assurance.
- Nurse-led initiatives and organizational support are crucial for successful QA implementation.
- Continuous professional development and networking foster robust quality improvement in nursing.