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A holistic model for moving toward excellence in chaotic times
1University of New Hampshire, Department of Nursing, School of Health and Human Services, Durham 03824-3563, USA.
Background:
Staff development experts in a tertiary-care hospital were searching for a holistic approach to facilitating improved outcomes.
Method:
Staff development experts, clinical nurse specialists, and clinical managers developed a model that provides a framework for educators to integrate their energies with those of other leaders in order to create a holistic approach to the goal of achieving excellence.
Results:
The model that is proposed links strategies for change with outcome evaluation.
Conclusions:
The model provides a conceptual lens that helps nurse leaders focus on organizational assessment, strategies to improve the work environment, and the evaluation of outcomes. The model is useful for guiding practice as well as research.