Collaboration and Leadership Reflection
Hello and welcome to my video presentation on nursing collaboration and leadership. My name is (…) and this video is part of the NURS-FPX4010 course at Capella University. The team of professionals from various disciplines, including emergency physicians, nurses, paramedics, public health officials, and hospital administrators, is dedicated to delivering effective care in times of crisis. Dr. Niki Turner, the head emergency physician, points out obstacles such as the absence of standardized procedures and difficulties in disseminating information rapidly. Nurse Izzy Rodriguez focuses on challenges related to allocating resources and managing patient overflow, while lead paramedic Jake Horowitz highlights issues with communication and inconsistencies in training. Public health official Dr. Naomi Kim raises concerns about integrating public health advisories, and hospital administrator Dr. Luis Torres addresses financial constraints and the need for infrastructure maintenance.
Through an in-depth examination of the team’s communication, decision-making processes, and overall coordination, I was able to identify specific areas where the team excelled and where they faced challenges. According to a recent review study by Rawlinson et al. in 2021, a successful interprofessional collaboration combines the efforts of health professionals from distinct backgrounds, working alongside patients, families, caregivers, and communities to ensure the delivery of top-notch care in various settings by overcoming the barriers of care. In this case study, successful interdisciplinary collaboration was observed in the hospital environment when the team maintained effective communication and adherence to standardized protocols. The team demonstrated efficient triaging and treatment of patients. Collaboration and Leadership Reflection
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Collaboration was a challenge for the team, especially with real-time communication. There were some notable instances where communication was difficult in the past year. During the flood last year, there were delays in updates and coordination, which caused confusion among patients in the triage area and disrupted their care. Multiple shifts were needed to manage the situation. A systematic meta-review by Wei et al. (2022) found that inefficient collaboration can have negative impacts on managing resources, both human and financial. In the case study, the inconsistencies in paramedic training, as mentioned by Lead Paramedic Jake Horowitz, can result in confusion and delays in patient care, which can lead to human resource strain. Furthermore, poor collaboration during emergencies, as highlighted by Dr. Luis Torres, can divert funds from other departments, affecting long-term projects and overall organizational stability.
While the team effectively provided care to the patients during Hurricane Delta, there are areas for improvement to ensure that the team is better prepared for future emergencies. By addressing these issues, the team can work towards providing the best possible care to patients during challenging situations. During Hurricane Delta, the healthcare team worked tirelessly to provide quality care to patients in the affected areas. However, Nurse Izzy Rodriguez noticed a challenge that the team faced when they ran out of IV fluids. This highlights an area for improvement in disaster preparedness and resource management to achieve better outcomes in future emergencies. In addition to this, the team could improve collaboration, especially when coordinating with external partners and stakeholders during large-scale emergencies. For instance, Dr. Naomi Kim faced difficulty obtaining additional resources during Hurricane Delta due to inadequate information sharing within the team. This issue should be addressed to ensure better outcomes in future emergencies.
Transparent communication is an essential leadership strategy for enhancing collaboration. Warren and Warren (2023) recommend conducting regular interdisciplinary training sessions to address training inconsistencies and promote collaboration. Horowitz emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary training sessions to foster a collaborative environment. Another systematic review by Doornebosch et al. (2022) suggests that implementing regular interdisciplinary training sessions can help improve collaboration. According to Carron et al. (2022), standardized protocols and models can be effective strategies for enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration, as indicated by the case study. Dr. Niki Turner highlights the need to establish clear procedures to address confusion during evacuations and promote effective collaboration. Smith and Johnson (2018) propose establishing clear procedures to improve collaboration during evacuations.
The implementation of standardized protocols can contribute to effective collaboration by addressing confusion during evacuations. Regular interdisciplinary training sessions, as Anderson (2022) recommends, can help address training inconsistencies and foster collaboration. Transparent communication and the establishment of clear procedures are crucial for enhancing collaboration in interdisciplinary settings. A study by Warren and Warren (2023) proposed modifications to medical information systems to enhance the transmission of patient data, the integration of multidisciplinary collaboration training into healthcare education curricula, revisions to healthcare policies, and alterations to healthcare infrastructure to facilitate the establishment of interdisciplinary connections.
Conclusion
The effects of inadequate interprofessional collaboration are felt hard during disasters and emergencies. To sum up, if we work together and plan strategically, we can improve the hospital’s readiness and response capabilities during emergencies. Regular training, efficient communication systems, and proactive measures will help us coordinate better and be more efficient in our collaboration across different professions. The references for the resources used in my video are available and can be availed on request. Thank you for watching my video. Collaboration and Leadership Reflection
References
Carron, T., Rawlinson, C., Arditi, C., Cohidon, C., Hong, Q. N., Pluye, P., Gilles, I., & Peytremann-Bridevaux, I. (2021). An overview of reviews on interprofessional collaboration in primary care: Effectiveness. International Journal of Integrated Care, 21(2), 31. https://doi.org/10.5334/ijic.5588
Doornebosch, A. J., Smaling, H. J. A., & Achterberg, W. P. (2022). Interprofessional collaboration in long-term care and rehabilitation: A systematic review. Journal of the American Medical Directors Association, 23(5), 764-777.e2. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jamda.2021.12.028
Rawlinson, C., Carron, T., Cohidon, C., Arditi, C., Hong, Q. N., Pluye, P., Peytremann-Bridevaux, I., & Gilles, I. (2021). An overview of reviews on interprofessional collaboration in primary care: Barriers and facilitators. International Journal of Integrated Care, 21(2), 32. https://doi.org/10.5334/ijic.5589
Samuriwo, R. (2022). Interprofessional collaboration for a new theory of action? Frontiers in Medicine, 9, 876715. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2022.876715
Warren, J. L., & Warren, J. S. (2023). The case for understanding interdisciplinary relationships in health care. The Ochsner Journal, 23(2), 94–97. https://doi.org/10.31486/toj.22.0111
Wei, H., Horns, P., Sears, S. F., Huang, K., Smith, C. M., & Wei, T. L. (2022). A systematic meta-review of systematic reviews about interprofessional collaboration: facilitators, barriers, and outcomes. Journal of Interprofessional Care, 36(5), 735–749. https://doi.org/10.1080/13561820.2021.1973975 Collaboration and Leadership Reflection
