“Nurses have key skills for population-based health and
illness care coordination” (Huber, 2006, p.200). Since it is projected that health care delivery is moving out of the acute care hospitals, it is now vital that we begin to understand public health and the long term benefits it has to offer. Due to this change in health care delivery, the role and functions of the nurse will also need to be approached differently.
Is this a good thing or a bad thing?
This video "Healthiest Nation is One Generation" summarizes the complexity of public health. It shows how helping one individual can have a lifetime of positive outcomes that will carry into future generations. It also illustrates the impact public health can have on our nation.
Some may wonder what does that mean for me as a new nurse?
I believe it means we have a unique opportunity to be involved in the change of the health care delivery system. We can help create it, enforce it, and be a part of the CHANGE! I don't know about you, but that sounds like an opportunity of a lifetime.
I choose this topic because I did a clinical in public health in the pediatric setting. It was an amazing experience. It opened my eyes to a world I was unaware existed. I never know how complex patients could be and still be at home receiving surrounded by their loved ones. I also was provided an opportunity to go and observe an education session on antibiotic therapy at home. This experience was so different then what I have seen in the hospital settings. It was laid back and not rushed, which allowed time for ample amounts of questions and demonstrations. There is also a lot of follow up and resources 24hours a day in some places of public health. Since nursing is forever changing, it is necessary for us to stay on top of the changes and be involved.
What will you do to be involved in the change?
Huber, D. (2006). Leadership and nursing care management (3rd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier
What will you do to be involved in the change?
Huber, D. (2006). Leadership and nursing care management (3rd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier
Jamie,
ReplyDeleteIn nursing, change happens all around us whether we like it or not. It is inevitable as technology continues to improve and our medical system grows stronger. We have to learn to adapt with it and not struggle with it. This can be hard for people to do, so it is great when we know going into it that this is a everlasting changing profession and it will always continue to improve as years go on. I am excited to be a part of change, and learn about all the new and exciting improvements that technology will bring. Great topic!