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Improving delivery of care through change management
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|September 4, 1996
Summary
This study details an evidence-based initiative to enhance nursing care for mentally disordered offender patients. The program improved patient health outcomes and is applicable across various nursing specialties.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychiatric Care
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Mentally disordered offender patients require specialized nursing care.
- Existing care delivery models may not fully optimize health outcomes.
- Clinical change initiatives are crucial for advancing patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe an evidence-based care initiative.
- To improve nursing care delivery for mentally disordered offender patients.
- To enhance related health outcomes within a secure hospital setting.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of an evidence-based care program.
- Focus on clinical change and nursing practice.
- Validation of the program within psychiatric and general nursing contexts.
Main Results:
- Improved delivery of nursing care was achieved.
- Positive impact on health outcomes for the target patient group.
- Demonstrated applicability beyond specialized forensic mental health services.
Conclusions:
- Evidence-based initiatives can significantly improve care for mentally disordered offenders.
- The program offers a transferable model for enhancing nursing care and outcomes.
- Findings have broad implications for psychiatric and general nursing practice.