Topic 4 DQ 1
Assess the culture of the clinical site/organization and organizational policies for potential challenges in implementing the nursing practice intervention. Why is understanding the health care system and clinical system at the local level important to consider when planning an EBP implementation?
Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN DQ Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectivelyWesley Hutton
Apr 10, 2024, 9:19 PM
The culture at Aerocare Medical Transport, under Guardian Flight, differs from typical corporate medicine environments. Unlike larger healthcare organizations where individual voices may be drowned out, this setting offers a more intimate atmosphere where every clinician’s input is valued and recognized. This is particularly significant given the high level of clinical practice and autonomy each clinician possesses.
At this site, policies and protocols are reviewed and potentially modified twice a year. This periodic reassessment is driven largely by frontline clinical input, underscoring a dynamic and responsive approach to healthcare delivery. The active involvement of clinicians in policy development is facilitated by their ongoing education and mandated research, which not only fosters a culture of continual learning but also ensures that changes are grounded in Evidence-Based Practice (EBP).
The commitment to EBP and the encouragement of clinician input create a culture that strives for excellence in patient outcomes (Abu-Baker et al., 2021). This approach highlights the importance of understanding the healthcare system and clinical practice at a local level when planning EBP implementation. In environments like Aerocare Medical Transport, where there is a high degree of clinician autonomy and active engagement in policy-making, implementing EBP might be more seamless compared to more hierarchical or rigid settings (Pitsillidou et al., 2021). Understanding these nuances at the local level ensures that EBP implementation strategies are tailored to fit the specific organizational culture, thus enhancing their effectiveness and sustainability.
In summary, understanding the specific culture and organizational policies of Aerocare Medical Transport is crucial for anticipating challenges and leveraging strengths in the implementation of nursing practice interventions. This local understanding is a key factor in ensuring that EBP implementations are effective, relevant, and sustainable.
References
Abu-Baker, N. N., AbuAlrub, S., Obeidat, R. F., & Assmairan, K. (2021). Evidence-based practice beliefs and implementations: A cross-sectional study among undergraduate nursing students. BMC Nursing, 20(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-020-00522-x
Pitsillidou, M., Roupa, Z., Farmakas, A., & Noula, M. (2021). Factors affecting the application and implementation of evidence-based practice in nursing. Acta Informatica Medica, 29(4), 281. https://doi.org/10.5455/aim.2021.29.281-287
