The degree of Dedication an employee has to the responsibilities allocated to him/her at work is known as work committed. A person’s work ethics will grow with Dedication and devotion, and will stand out as a result.
Importance of Dedication
Completion of objectives
Increased Productivity
Stra...
The degree of Dedication an employee has to the responsibilities allocated to him/her at work is known as work committed. A person’s work ethics will grow with Dedication and devotion, and will stand out as a result.
Importance of Dedication
Completion of objectives
Increased Productivity
Strategies
Actively look for educational opportunities
Work for extra hours
Present ideas that will help the organization succeed
Help your team
Have a positive Outlook
Be on time
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Professional values
Respect Dedication Altruism Care Conscientiousness Honesty & Integrity Trust & Credibility Compassion Privacy & Confidentiality Empathy Different values in nursing Advocacy Sympathy
Dedication The degree of Dedication an employee has to the responsibilities allocated to him/her at work is known as work committed. A person’s work ethics will grow with Dedication and devotion, and will stand out as a result. Importance of Dedication Completion of objectives Increased Productivity Strategies Actively look for educational opportunities Work for extra hours Present ideas that will help the organization succeed Help your team Have a positive Outlook Be on time
Respect Human dignity in the health care setting is more concerned with issues of Autonomy, respect, and Privacy. Traits of human dignity Self assurance, self control, environmental awareness, Privacy and identity. Measures to uphold human dignity Promote proper communication Being respectful Being person- centered
Privacy & confidentiality Standards Build trustworthy relationship Standard care and advice Boundaries of professional responsibilities Proper management of exceptional cases Don’t discuss with others Limit team members (trusted ones only) Appropriate use of information technology and social media Maintain INC code of ethics.
INC CODE OF ETHICS The nurse respects individual's right to privacy, maintains confidentiality, and shares information judiciously. Nurse should : Respects the individual's right to privacy of their personal information. Maintains confidentiality of privileged information except in life threatening situations and uses discretion in sharing information. Takes informed consent and maintains anonymity when information is required for quality assurance/academic/legal reasons. Limits the access to all personal records written and computerized to authorized persons only.
Incidental disclosure An incidental use or disclosure is a secondary use or disclosure that can’t reasonably be prevented, is limited in nature, and that occurs as a result of another use or disclosure that is permitted by the rule. Types of incidental disclosure Allowable incidental disclosure Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) violation Important safeguards Speak to patients about their care in a secluded room.
Cont... Even between healthcare professionals, if one must speak aloud in a hallway, do it discreetly and avoid mentioning the patient's name. Never leave patients' health information containing documents laying around. Every computer should have a password and short screen savers that quickly activate on when you leave the station . Lock drawers and file cabinets that are left unattended. Whiteboards or patient lists should be kept out of sight of other patients. If patients must sign in at the front desk, use whiteout to cover their names once they have been checked in.
Honesty & integrity Honesty or truth telling is seen as a fundamental moral principle, guideline, or ideal. Being fair and honest, possessing strong moral standards, or Adhering firmly to set of moral norms are all characteristics of someone with integrity
Importance of Honesty & integrity at workplace Increase respect and confidence Promotes patients recovery Dependable & trustworthy team members Positive working relationship Favourable patient outcome Inspire others Manageable team members Demonstrate integrity At work place Act morally n ethically Show respect to everyone Communicate with an open n truthful manner Consistent best effort Keep promises & commitment Accept responsibility for your actions Practice integrity in personal life.
Trust & credibility A strong belief in dependability, truth, or strength of a person or object is defined as trust . The ability to be believed in and trusted is known as credibility. Significance in nursing ■ Quality care Optimism in work place Ethical preciseness
Activities to build trust Dress in professional attire Display sincere interests Be respectful Active listening Be reliable
Loyalty & Fidelity Loyalty is a sentiment and a feeling devoted love for one’s nation, religion, family and friends, among other things . Fidelity is the quality of being loyal to a person, belief, or cause. Being loyal and helpful are examples of Fidelity Ways to Demonstrate Fidelity Keep promises Proper handover of patients Polite & respectful behaviour.
Importance of fidelity in nursing Promotes trust among patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare team members Favourable patient outcome Increased patient satisfaction Encourages patient Autonomy, which is advantageous to both the patient and health care team Good habits to follow
Advocacy Any action that recommends, urges, justifies, defends, or pleads on behalf of another person is referred to as advocacy. Through advocacy, all members of society are able to: voice out on issues that are significant to them. Often, the term 'nursing advocacy' relates to nurses helping their patients. Types of advocacy Working as a liaison Talk on patients behalf Advocacy for affordable treatment option
Benefits of Advocacy for patients Be a voice Simplification of treatment Exploring treatment modalities Guide in home based care Equality in providing health care Language interpreter Referrals and advices
Advocacy in various nursing field Advocacy for work environment Advocacy for nursing education Advocacy for advancement of profession
Importance of Advocacy in work environment Workplace and learning environments. The capacity to advocate for safe, quality patient care. The ability to practice to the full extent of their education, licensure and professional scope Relationships with colleagues and co-workers-civil, assertive, and respectful inter - professional behavior. Knowledge of the internal factors that contribute to work satisfaction tools, resources and education to support RNs in these endeavors. Nursing activities designed to protect nurses and vulnerable populations. Inter - professional collaboration to ensure quality and safety of all members within the healthcare environment. Continuous quality improvement in workplace environments.
Strategies to start Advocacy for nursing profession Find a mentor to help you along the way as you develop into an engaged advocate. Speak with your lawmakers on a proposed piece of legislation. Professional websites offer helpful resources. Look for educational opportunities to learn more about public policy and the political process. For coordinated advocacy efforts that can result in successes that are advantageous to our patients and our profession, turn to professional associations.