Abstract

Interdisciplinary rounds (IDRs) have been described as a method to enhance teamwork, collaboration, and contribute to high-quality, patient-centered decisions. In this study, Clinical Nurse Specialist-led IDRs had a positive impact on select quality and utilization outcomes for adult patients on a hospitalist service.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Author Details

Catherine V. Smith, DNP, Nursing Administration, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Williamsburg, Virginia, USA; Kathie Zimbro, PhD, Clinical and Business Intelligence, Sentara Healthcare, Norfolk, Virginia, USA

Sigma Membership

Lambda Iota

Lead Author Affiliation

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Williamsburg, Virginia, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

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Keywords:

Interdisciplinary Rounds, Palliative Care, Patient Outcomes

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Impact of interdisciplinary rounds on palliative care measures and patient outcomes in non-intensive care settings

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Interdisciplinary rounds (IDRs) have been described as a method to enhance teamwork, collaboration, and contribute to high-quality, patient-centered decisions. In this study, Clinical Nurse Specialist-led IDRs had a positive impact on select quality and utilization outcomes for adult patients on a hospitalist service.