Using the mission statement to craft a least-restraint policy

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Administration
• Patient Safety Policy

Background:

• St. Peter's Hospital sought to implement a new patient care policy.
• The existing approach to patient management required re-evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the process of developing and implementing a
• Least Restraint Policy" at St. Peter's Hospital.
• To demonstrate how a Mission Statement can guide policy development and change management.

Main Methods:

• Utilized the hospital's Mission Statement as a foundational guide.
• Identified the need for change based on the Mission Statement.
• Determined core values and beliefs for the new policy.
• Recognized the necessity of interdisciplinary planning.
• Emphasized pre-implementation education for staff and families.

Main Results:

• The Mission Statement effectively guided the identification of needs for policy change.
• It facilitated the definition of values and beliefs underpinning the new policy.
• The process highlighted the importance of collaborative, interdisciplinary planning.
• The need for comprehensive staff and family education was established.

Conclusions:

• A hospital's Mission Statement can serve as a robust framework for developing patient-centered policies.
• Strategic use of the Mission Statement ensures alignment with organizational values and facilitates successful change management.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and thorough education are critical for implementing policies like the "Least Restraint Policy".