The ANA’s National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI) showed that the “common traits of award winning hospitals included: Strong leadership Teamwork Commitment to ongoing improvement of patient care quality Continuous staff education Efficient use of resources.” (Karen Daley, ANA President, Health Governance Report, April 2011) Additionally, the processes used to gain quality outcomes had […]

 We actually deliver better care and see things differently when we see what the patients see. Thank you again for introducing this education series. It has definitely transform(ed) my care delivery, and I hope to pass on this learning and care transformation to others on my unit. This quote is from one of our graduating RROHC […]

The RROHC Specialist projects are being submitted as a part of development of internal consultants, and show patient or staff impact evidence: HCAHPS improvements due to better discharge planning (WellStar Douglas) Lateral violence/bullying impact due to education and awareness project Relocation stress pamphlet to reduce ICU/med/surg transfer anxiety ICU/OR transfer template to improve communication postop Green […]

Thanks to the wonderful group at Norwalk for providing this example.

Oakwood staff will receive 29 contact hours for completing RROHC level 1 certification.  In addition, staff will also earn credit toward items in our clinical advancement program. For more information contact Diane Difiore. Diane DiFiore,RN, MSA : Director, Nurse Recruitment and Retention : 313-436-2996 : pager 3608