Unit 5 (Collaboration) Flashcards

What is the definition of collaboration in healthcare?

Two or more individuals working toward a common goal by combining their skills, knowledge, and resources while avoiding duplication of effort. The goal of each collaborative team is to improve patient outcomes. 

How does the Quality and Safety Education for Nursing (QSEN) Project define teamwork?

Functioning effectively within your professional and interprofessional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision making to achieve quality patient care.

How does the World Health Organization (WHO) define collaborative practice?

What happens when multiple health workers from different professional backgrounds work together with patients, families, caregivers, and communities to deliver the highest quality of care.

How can a nurse ensure successful collaboration?

Develop skills in communication and teamwork, value the roles and responsibility of other team members, and work to establish a climate of mutual respect.

What are the benefits of collaboration for healthcare workers?

An increased sense of perceived autonomy, professionalism, and greater job satisfaction.

What are the benefits of collaboration for patients?

Individualized efficient care, increase in a voice, better outcomes, sense of control, and cost-effective care.

When an issue occurs, who should the nurse report to first?

The charge nurse.

What is the purpose of the chain of command?

To provide a structure for reporting issues that need management’s attention. Also, so employees understand how to perform their tasks and how to manage supervisory relationships within the organization.

When an issue occurs, who should the student nurse report to first?

The clinical instructor, if the issue is not resolved then report to the program director.