Care Enhancement Qualities

Care Enhancement Qualities Person - a unique bio-psycho-socio-cultural and spiritual being, always in constant interaction with the environment. These interactions affect individuals, families, population groups and societal health status. Nurses - collaborates with other members of the health team and other sectors to achieve quality healthcare. Nurses - works with the individuals, families, population groups, community and society in ensuring active participation in the delivery of holistic healthcare promotion of health, prevention of diseases, restoration of health, alleviation of suffering - The nurse assumes the caring role in the: peaceful death - when recovery is not possible, nurse should work in assisting patients towards ________. (if you are not comfortable in performing any ritual, ask anyone who is willing to perform it for the well-being of the patient) Nursing Education with Caring as foundation - Within the context of the Philippine society, ______________, subscribes to the following core values which are vital components in the development of a professional nurse. Bachelor Science of Nursing (BSN) - A strong liberal arts and sciences education with a transdisciplinary approach enhances this belief. This program aims to prepare a nurse who, upon completion of the program, demonstrates beginning professional competencies and shall continue to assume responsibility for professional development and utilizes research findings in the practice of the profession. maintenance, Care - the provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something. as a nurse, we should be wise in using materials under our care Caring - the work or practice of looking after those unable to care for themselves, especially sick and elderly people/ all ages. from birth to death Competency - the ability to do something successfully or efficientiy Competent - knowledge with skills (application of theories and principles) Core Values - the fundamental beliefs of a person or organization; these guiding principles dictate behavior and can help people understand the difference between right and wrong refers to Mabuti, Magaling, at May Malasakit sa Kapwa "core competencies in nursing" - refers to a standard set of performance "domains" in which it is necessary to demonstrate proficiency to enter into professional practice. The basis for action (right and wrong) National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) - In the U.S., the __________________ identifies these competencies for more than 90% of the national nursing practitioner education programs, as well as several in the UK and Canada. 1. Love of God - service to God through others; God as the center of your life in words, thoughts and deeds Total development of Man for God 2. Caring as the Core of Nursing (5Cs of Caring) - Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment Compassion - equated to caring the humane quality of understanding the suffering w/c others wanting to do something about it Compassion - deep awareness of sympathy for another's suffering the patient can tell via body movements and facial expression if you are _____ or not Competence - adequate and well qualified to perform a specific role encompasses a combination of knowledge, skills and attitude utilize Confidence - a feeling of self-assurance ability to perform or accomplish task and trust; feeling of self-awareness arising from appreciation of one's own abilities Confidence - to improve performance be humble to admit if you do not know how to do the task but you should always be willing to learn Conscience - sense of right or wrong Commitment - e.1. culture of excellence e.2. discipline: e.3. integrity: e.4. professionalism: re of excellence: - performing to aim for perfection; update knowledge e.2. discipline - self-control; acts of obeying rules by the use of punishment e.3. integrity - associated with honesty; moral soundness; steadfast e.4. professionalism: - specialized knowledge of a subject to a field 3. Love of People - volunteerism; comply to the feeling of caring care to others unconditionally 4. Love of Country - patriotism: make sacrifices to your own country preservation and enrichment of the environment and culture heritage patriotism - make sacrifices to your own country Mabuti - entails "inner goodness"; it initiates activities that inspire university-community to become an authentic witness of the Christian faith honest, non-judgmental to the opinion of others, morally upright, considerate and gentle in dealing with others Magaling - entails "excellence"; provides venues and opportunities for the university- community to become critical and analytical in issues that hinder the promotion of human dignity Magaling - efficient in performing duties and responsibilities; willing to grow professionally, spiritually, and socially; enthusiastic in enhancing the teaching- learning process through various strategies and research activities Mapagmalasakit sa Карwa - entails "genuine concern for others"; prepares men and women who can translate their Christian principles into genuine compassion for others especially to the least, the last, and the lost Mapagmalasakit sa Карwa - loyal and committed to the work and the institution; compassionate and generous, especially to the less fortunate in the community; willing to serve and be of service to others key areas of responsibility - The nursing industry has established eleven __________ that provide a framework for unifying nursing education, practice and regulation. This comprehensive list of key areas and core competencies within each key area furnishes the industry with a standardized measure that is used in all aspects of the nursing profession. Safety and Quality - The first key area of nursing responsibility focuses on providing nursing that is _________. Under this key area, core competencies include demonstrating knowledge about the health status and illness of a patient; making appropriate decisions when caring for patients and their families; and ensuring patient safety, privacy and comfort. safety and quality - also include setting appropriate priorities in patient care, working with the medical team to ensure stability of care, effectively administering medications and other treatment modalities and performing assessments and nursing services against a background of established nursing guidelines. Safety and Quality - The nurse also works with the medical team and patient's family to develop a plan of care. Identifying the goals of care and evaluating progress toward those goals are also core competencies within this key area. Communication - In this key area, core competencies include establishing _______ with the patient and treatment team, learning to read verbal and nonverbal cues, using visual aids and other resources when necessary, responding to patient and group needs and effectively using technology to facilitate communication. Teamwork - The ____________ and collaboration key area includes core competencies of establishing beneficial working relationships with peers and colleagues and communicating care plans with health team members. Health Education - ___________ core competencies include assessing the educational needs of the patient and family, developing and implementing health education plans and learning materials and evaluating the outcome of education administered. Safety and Quality, Communication, Teamwork, Health Education - Patient care competencies Quality Improvement, Research - enabling competencies Quality Improvement - In the _________________ key area, core competencies include identifying areas for improvement, participating in nursing rounds and audits, staying aware of variances in treatment and recommending solutions to improve quality. Research - Core competencies in the __________ key area include gathering and analyzing research data, sharing results and applying findings to work functions. Legal Responsibilities, Ethical Responsibilities, Professional Development - emPOwering comPetencies Legal Responsibilities - Core competencies in the ________ key area include following legally mandated state and federal processes and procedures, such as obtaining informed consent from patients and adequately documenting all procedures performed for patients. Ethical Responsibilities - In this key area that concerns morals and ethics, core competencies include respecting the rights of all individuals and groups, accepting responsibility for individual decisions and adhering to the nurses' national and international code of ethics. Professional Development - The _________ key area includes core competencies of identifying personal needs for education and pursuing those goals, participating in professional organizations and community activities, presenting a professional image and positive attitude as well as performing work duties in a professional manner. Resources and Environment, Records Management - enhancing competencies Resources and Environment - Core competencies in this area include identifying tasks that need to be completed, developing financially effective programs, ensuring that equipment performs adequately and maintaining safety in the environment. Records Management - The __________ key area includes core competencies of maintaining appropriate documentation using the appropriate system and staying within legal boundaries in the area of patient privacy.