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Patient Care Delivery System 1
Patient Care Delivery System
One important function of the professional nurse at the first-line
management position of nursing service department is organizing the activities
of the staff into a workable pattern to meet patient needs. She/he should
establish effective relationships between the activities to be performed, the
workers to perform them.
Definition of Assignment:
Assignment refers to “a written delegation of duties to care for a group of
patients by trained personnel assigned to the unit.”
Purposes of assignment:
1- To delegate the work to be done to the nursing personnel.
2- To gain the cooperation of the nursing personnel by knowing and
accepting the acceptance of the work to be done.
Principles of personnel assignment:
1- Made by the head nurse or nurse in charge for each individual nurse.
2- Based on :
a- Nursing needs of each patient and approximate time
required to care for him.
b- The capabilities, skill level, previous experience and the
interest of the staff members.
c- Job description.
3- Planned weekly, and revised daily if necessary to assure continuity of
care.
4- Take into account all the direct , indirect and unit activities
5- Consider the geographical location of the unit and the assigned duties to
save nurse’s time and effort.
6- Must be balanced among nursing staff.
7- Never to assign the same task to more than one nurse.
Patient Care Delivery System 2
Characteristics of effective assignment:
It should be
1. Definite and easily understood. 2. Simple.
3. Clear. 4. Signed.
5. Written. 6. Posted in advance.
Process of organizing patient care:
The head nurse or the nurse in charge should carry out their duties
and responsibilities through applying the following steps:
Planning  Assigning  Leading  Evaluating  Reporting
1. Planning:
Is a process of developing a course of action for meeting the needs of
patient. In planning, the head nurse decides what should be done, when,
how, where, by whom and to whom.
2. Assigning:
Assignment of patient and nursing activities are written in the assignment
sheet by the head nurse/nurse in charge, based on the principles of
assignment.
3. Leading:
Includes issuing instructions, motivation, and coordination of activities,
by making rounds, checking performance and conducting conferences.
4. Evaluating:
By reviewing nursing performance and patient progress to be compared
by the assignment and nursing care plan.
5. Reporting:
The head nurse prepares a nursing unit report “ e.g. shift report ” which
includes patient’s needs, special observations, census, bed number, all
critically ill and post operative patients, patients needs special preparation on
Patient Care Delivery System 3
the on-coming shift, abnormal change in patient’s condition, data concerning
admission, discharge, transfer and death.
Methods of patient care delivery:
(methods of assignment):
Several methods of assignment are used to plan for patient care in a hospital.
These methods are the traditional methods and the in advanced methods.
I- The traditional methods
1. Case method.
2. Functional method.
3. Team method.
4. Modular nursing.
5. Primary nursing method.
II- The advanced method
Case management
I- The traditional methods:
1. CASE METHOD:
It is the oldest patient care delivery method. In this method one professional
nurse assumes total responsibility of providing complete care for one or more
patients (1-6) while she is on duty. This method is used frequently in intensive
care units and in teaching nursing students.
Advantages
 High degree of autonomy
 Lines of responsibility and accountability are clear
 Patient receives holistic, unfragmented care
Disadvantages
 Each RN may have a different approach to care
 Not cost-effective
 Lack of RN availability
Patient Care Delivery System 4
Patient
CareThe registered nurse plans,
organizes, and performs all care
Registered
Nurse
8-hour
shift
Registered
Nurse
8-hour
shift
Registered
Nurse
8-hour
shift
Total Patient Care (Case Method) Delivery
2. FUNCTIONAL METHOD:
Emerged during 1950s, due to shortage of nurses. This method focuses on
getting the greatest amount of tasks in the least time. In this method, the
nursing care is divided into tasks and each staff member is assigning to
perform one or two tasks for all patients in the unit according to the level of
skill required for performance as follows:
 Registered professional nurses:
Responsible for administering medication to all unit patients, another for
changing dressings and administering ordered treatments (such as
postural drainage or warm compresses) for all patients.
 Technical nurses:
Responsible for taking vital signs and recording intake and output for all
patients in the unit, while another might be giving baths to all bedridden
patients.
 Nurse aides:
Responsible for making beds for all ambulatory patients and assisting
mobility-impaired patients to move in bed or walk in the hall.
 Unit clerk:
Responsible for answering telephone, delivering messages, recording
admissions and discharges, etc.
Patient Care Delivery System 5
Advantages:
 Care is provided economically and efficiently
 Minimum number of RNs required, so it is efficient when
there is a shortage in the staff or there is limited number of
professional nurses
 Tasks are completed quickly
 Useful in emergency situations.
Disadvantages:
 Care may be fragmented
 Patient may be confused with many care providers
 Caregivers feel unchallenged
 Lack of communication among the different persons who
care for the patient.
 Neglecting the humanity of the patient and the individual
needs of the patient will be lost in an effort to get the work
done.
Nurse
Manager
LPN/LVN
PO Meds
Treatments
RN
Assessments
Care Plans
Nurse Aide
Vital signs
Hygiene
Nurse Aide
Hygiene
Stocking
Assigned Patient
Group
Functional Nursing Care Delivery Model
Patient Care Delivery System 6
3. TEAM METHOD:
The concept of team nursing was introduced in the early 1950s. It is a
method of nursing assignment that binds professional, technical and nurse
aides into small teams. This method allows for efficient utilization of
technical and/or nurses aide through the direct supervision, guidance, and
teaching of professional nurses.
Process of implementing the team method:
One registered nurse in the team is appointed by the head nurse to serve
as a team leader. The team members commonly consist of at least one
professional nurse, one technical nurse, nursing students and nursing aides. All
team members may receive reports about their patients’ care needs from the
team leader or team member on previous shift.
The team leader usually assigns:
 professional nurse to care for the most seriously ill patients, to ensure
informed observation and skilled interventions.
 Often, the team leader assigns the technical nurse to bath, feed, and
move and change dressings for patients.
 Aides are assigned to make beds, assist ambulatory patients with
bathing and grooming, testing urine and performing simple nursing care
procedures.
 Team leader usually administers medications and monitors parenteral
fluid therapy for all patients assigned to the team. Without team
planning and communication through the team conferences, team
nursing may become in reality just a variation of the functional method.
Advantages:
 High-quality, comprehensive care with a high proportion of
ancillary staff
 Team members participate in decision making and contribute
their own expertise
Disadvantages:
 Continuity suffers if daily team assignments vary
 Team leader must have good leadership skills
Patient Care Delivery System 7
 Insufficient time for planning and communication
4. MODULAR NURSING:
Modular nursing assignment is used when the nursing staff includes
technical and nurse aides, as well as professional nurses.
Although two or three persons are assigned to each module, the greatest
responsibility for the care of assigned patients falls on the professional
nurse. The professional nurse is also responsible for guiding and teaching
non-professional nurse.
Advantages
 Continuity of care is improved
 RN more involved in planning and coordinating care
 Geographic closeness and efficient communication.
Disadvantages
 Increased costs to stock each module
 Long corridors not conducive to modular nursing.
Nurse
Manager
RN Team Leader
RN
LPNs/LVN
s Nursing
Assistants
RN Team Leader
RN
LPNs/LVN
s Nursing
Assistants
Assigned Patients Group Assigned Patients Group
Team Method
Patient Care Delivery System 8
N.B.:
o Modular nursing is similar to team nursing because professional and non-
professional employees cooperate in caring for patients under the
leadership of a professional nurse.
o Module nursing is similar to primary nursing because each pair or trio of
nursing personnel are responsible for the care of the patients in their
caseload from admission to discharge, following discharge and during
subsequent admissions to the agency.
o As with primary nursing, the worker pair or trio arrange or another pair or
trio to care for their assigned patients on alternate shifts and days off.
5. PRIMARY NURSING METHOD:
This method is the best in an agency with an all-professional nurse staff. It
is: A comprehensive, continuous and coordinated nursing process for
meeting the total needs of each patient.
Basic concepts in primary nursing:
 Patient assessment by a primary nurse, who plans the care to be given
by secondary or associate nurse when the primary nurse is off duty. The
24 hours responsibility for care is put into practice through the primary
nurse’s written directive on a preplanned communication assignment.
Geographic
Patient Unit
Patient Care
Team:
RNs
LPNs/LVNs
Nurse Aides
Meds
Supplies
Linens
Geographic
Patient Unit
Patient Care
Team:
RNs
LPNs/LVNs
Nurse Aides
Meds
Supplies
Linens
Geographic
Patient Unit
Patient Care
Team:
RNs
LPNs/LVNs
Nurse Aides
Meds
Supplies
Linens
Nurse Manager
Modular Method
Patient Care Delivery System 9
 Complete communication of care given in the nursing staff daily
reporting method.
 Discharge planning including teaching, family involvement and
appropriate references.
Process for implementing primary nursing method:
 The head nurse:
a. Assigns primary nurse to patients by matching the skills of the
nurse to the needs of the patients.
b. Ensures proper scheduling for all shifts so that if primary nurse
is off the unit an associate nurse is available for care.
c. Guides, counsels and evaluates care given.
d. May also assign herself to patients either as a primary nurse or
associate nurse.
 Professional staff nurse:
1. Primary nurse:
Functions of primary nurse include performing the following:
1- Conducting an admission (initial) assessment.
2- Developing, planning, implementing, and revising the nursing care plan.
3- Directing care in her absence.
4- Collaborating with physicians and families.
5- Making referrals.
6- Teaching health concepts.
7- Making discharge plans.
2. Associate nurse:
Associate nurse may be professional or technical nurse. She carries out the
nursing care planned by the primary nurse when she is not on duty.
 Technical nurse:
Carry out the nursing tasks assigned by the primary or associate nurses
in giving the care.
 Nurse aides:
Their activities are focusing away from direct contact with the patient
and can be utilized as messengers and transporters.
Patient Care Delivery System 10
 Ward clerk:
Responsible for the non-nursing functions of administrative duties.
Advantages
 High-quality, holistic patient care
 Establish rapport with patient
 RN feels challenged and rewarded.
Disadvantages
 Primary nurse must be able to practice with a high degree of
responsibility and autonomy
 RN must accept 24-hour responsibility
 More RNs needed; not cost-effective
II- The alternative method:
CASE MANAGEMENT:
Case management is a process of monitoring an individual patient’s
health care by the case manger, for the purpose of maximizing positive
outcomes and containing costs.
The case manger has graduate-level preparation or is at an advanced level
of nursing practice. The case manager role requires not only advanced nursing
skills but also advanced managerial and communication skills.
Primary Nurse
24-hour responsibility for
planning, directing &
evaluating patient
care
Patient
Associate Nurses
Provide care
when primary
nurse is off duty
Physician and
other members
of the health care
team
Primary Nursing
Model
Patient Care Delivery System 11
The case manager is an individual "professional nurse” assigned
responsibility for this process.
 The case manager may follow the patient from the diagnostic phase
through hospitalization, rehabilitation and back to home care.
 Case manager has responsibility and authority for planning,
implementing, coordinating and evaluating care for the patient
throughout the period of illness, regardless of the patient’s movement
among various units and services (such as emergency room, surgical
unit, recovery unit, etc.).
 The case manager ensures that plans are made in advance for the next
needed step. Through this, the manager assists with decision-making
and helps to ensure that the patient receives care that will achieve the
most positive outcomes in the most efficient manner. This process helps
to eliminate costly delays in progress.
Case manager’s approaches:-
1- Case mangers employed by the hospitals follow a patient from the
time admission is planned through the time of discharge. This case manager
might plan the admitting process to ensure that all preadmission work-ups are
completed and that the patient is being admitted at the appropriate time to
facilitate follow-up through on problems.
2- Case mangers in private practice may focus on a particular group of
client. For example, the geriatric case manager focuses on managing care for
NURSE CASE
MANAGERAssesses, plans, implements,
coordinates,monitors, and evaluates patient care
options and services to meet health
needs
Onset of
Illness
Resolution of
Illness
Collaborates with Nursing,
Physicians, Physical/Speech/
Occupational Therapists, Dietary,
and Ancillary Services
Collaborates With
Patient and Family
Coordinates Services:
Home Care, Hospice,
Extended /Long-term Care
Ambulatory Care Services
Nursing Case Management
Patient Care Delivery System 12
the older client. The private case manger is paid by the client or family usually
based on the hours of service provided. The case manager may help the family
to identify all the options for care and treatment, ask questions to obtain greater
understanding of the overall problem, and work with the family in the decision-
making process.
Case management tools:
The case manager uses two tools , Case Manager Plan ( CMP) , and
Critical Path Diagnosis ( CPD) to , design , map , track , monitor , and adjust
the patient’s course through the care-treatment process.
1-Case Manager Plan (C M P):
Is a multicolumn plan with accompanying time line that includes medical
and nursing diagnosis , desired care outcomes , intermediate daily goals to
supports each outcome, and the daily activities required of nurse,
physicians, and other care givers to achieve intermediate goal.
2- Critical Path Diagnosis (C P D) :
Is an abbreviated , one – page version of the required physician and nurse
action listed in the C M P , together with the exact data on which all key
events must occur to achieve the desired outcome by the target date.
The case manager evaluates the patient’s progress toward care and
treatment goal daily by comparing signs, symptoms, and assessment data
against information in the C M P and C D P then tracking variances from the
expected course of progress.
Advantages:
a) For the patient:
- Establishing and achieving a set of “expected” or standardized patient
care outcomes for each patient.
- Facilitating early patient discharge or discharge within an appropriate
length of stay.
- Using the fewest possible appropriate health care resources to meet
expected patient care outcomes.
- Facilitating the continuity of patient care through collaborative practice
of diverse health professionals.
b) For the nurse:
- Enhancing nurse’s professional development and job satisfaction.
- Facilitating the transfer of knowledge of expert clinical staff of novice
staff.
Patient Care Delivery System 13
Choosing a Nursing Care Delivery Model:
In order to determine the most proper model - for a current situation,
the following questions are to be answered:
 What staff mix is required?
 Who should make work assignments?
 Work assigned by task? By patient?
 How will communication be handled?
 Who will make decisions?
 Who will be responsible and accountable?
 Fit with unit/facility/organization management?
………………………………………………………

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  • 1. Patient Care Delivery System 1 Patient Care Delivery System One important function of the professional nurse at the first-line management position of nursing service department is organizing the activities of the staff into a workable pattern to meet patient needs. She/he should establish effective relationships between the activities to be performed, the workers to perform them. Definition of Assignment: Assignment refers to “a written delegation of duties to care for a group of patients by trained personnel assigned to the unit.” Purposes of assignment: 1- To delegate the work to be done to the nursing personnel. 2- To gain the cooperation of the nursing personnel by knowing and accepting the acceptance of the work to be done. Principles of personnel assignment: 1- Made by the head nurse or nurse in charge for each individual nurse. 2- Based on : a- Nursing needs of each patient and approximate time required to care for him. b- The capabilities, skill level, previous experience and the interest of the staff members. c- Job description. 3- Planned weekly, and revised daily if necessary to assure continuity of care. 4- Take into account all the direct , indirect and unit activities 5- Consider the geographical location of the unit and the assigned duties to save nurse’s time and effort. 6- Must be balanced among nursing staff. 7- Never to assign the same task to more than one nurse.
  • 2. Patient Care Delivery System 2 Characteristics of effective assignment: It should be 1. Definite and easily understood. 2. Simple. 3. Clear. 4. Signed. 5. Written. 6. Posted in advance. Process of organizing patient care: The head nurse or the nurse in charge should carry out their duties and responsibilities through applying the following steps: Planning  Assigning  Leading  Evaluating  Reporting 1. Planning: Is a process of developing a course of action for meeting the needs of patient. In planning, the head nurse decides what should be done, when, how, where, by whom and to whom. 2. Assigning: Assignment of patient and nursing activities are written in the assignment sheet by the head nurse/nurse in charge, based on the principles of assignment. 3. Leading: Includes issuing instructions, motivation, and coordination of activities, by making rounds, checking performance and conducting conferences. 4. Evaluating: By reviewing nursing performance and patient progress to be compared by the assignment and nursing care plan. 5. Reporting: The head nurse prepares a nursing unit report “ e.g. shift report ” which includes patient’s needs, special observations, census, bed number, all critically ill and post operative patients, patients needs special preparation on
  • 3. Patient Care Delivery System 3 the on-coming shift, abnormal change in patient’s condition, data concerning admission, discharge, transfer and death. Methods of patient care delivery: (methods of assignment): Several methods of assignment are used to plan for patient care in a hospital. These methods are the traditional methods and the in advanced methods. I- The traditional methods 1. Case method. 2. Functional method. 3. Team method. 4. Modular nursing. 5. Primary nursing method. II- The advanced method Case management I- The traditional methods: 1. CASE METHOD: It is the oldest patient care delivery method. In this method one professional nurse assumes total responsibility of providing complete care for one or more patients (1-6) while she is on duty. This method is used frequently in intensive care units and in teaching nursing students. Advantages  High degree of autonomy  Lines of responsibility and accountability are clear  Patient receives holistic, unfragmented care Disadvantages  Each RN may have a different approach to care  Not cost-effective  Lack of RN availability
  • 4. Patient Care Delivery System 4 Patient CareThe registered nurse plans, organizes, and performs all care Registered Nurse 8-hour shift Registered Nurse 8-hour shift Registered Nurse 8-hour shift Total Patient Care (Case Method) Delivery 2. FUNCTIONAL METHOD: Emerged during 1950s, due to shortage of nurses. This method focuses on getting the greatest amount of tasks in the least time. In this method, the nursing care is divided into tasks and each staff member is assigning to perform one or two tasks for all patients in the unit according to the level of skill required for performance as follows:  Registered professional nurses: Responsible for administering medication to all unit patients, another for changing dressings and administering ordered treatments (such as postural drainage or warm compresses) for all patients.  Technical nurses: Responsible for taking vital signs and recording intake and output for all patients in the unit, while another might be giving baths to all bedridden patients.  Nurse aides: Responsible for making beds for all ambulatory patients and assisting mobility-impaired patients to move in bed or walk in the hall.  Unit clerk: Responsible for answering telephone, delivering messages, recording admissions and discharges, etc.
  • 5. Patient Care Delivery System 5 Advantages:  Care is provided economically and efficiently  Minimum number of RNs required, so it is efficient when there is a shortage in the staff or there is limited number of professional nurses  Tasks are completed quickly  Useful in emergency situations. Disadvantages:  Care may be fragmented  Patient may be confused with many care providers  Caregivers feel unchallenged  Lack of communication among the different persons who care for the patient.  Neglecting the humanity of the patient and the individual needs of the patient will be lost in an effort to get the work done. Nurse Manager LPN/LVN PO Meds Treatments RN Assessments Care Plans Nurse Aide Vital signs Hygiene Nurse Aide Hygiene Stocking Assigned Patient Group Functional Nursing Care Delivery Model
  • 6. Patient Care Delivery System 6 3. TEAM METHOD: The concept of team nursing was introduced in the early 1950s. It is a method of nursing assignment that binds professional, technical and nurse aides into small teams. This method allows for efficient utilization of technical and/or nurses aide through the direct supervision, guidance, and teaching of professional nurses. Process of implementing the team method: One registered nurse in the team is appointed by the head nurse to serve as a team leader. The team members commonly consist of at least one professional nurse, one technical nurse, nursing students and nursing aides. All team members may receive reports about their patients’ care needs from the team leader or team member on previous shift. The team leader usually assigns:  professional nurse to care for the most seriously ill patients, to ensure informed observation and skilled interventions.  Often, the team leader assigns the technical nurse to bath, feed, and move and change dressings for patients.  Aides are assigned to make beds, assist ambulatory patients with bathing and grooming, testing urine and performing simple nursing care procedures.  Team leader usually administers medications and monitors parenteral fluid therapy for all patients assigned to the team. Without team planning and communication through the team conferences, team nursing may become in reality just a variation of the functional method. Advantages:  High-quality, comprehensive care with a high proportion of ancillary staff  Team members participate in decision making and contribute their own expertise Disadvantages:  Continuity suffers if daily team assignments vary  Team leader must have good leadership skills
  • 7. Patient Care Delivery System 7  Insufficient time for planning and communication 4. MODULAR NURSING: Modular nursing assignment is used when the nursing staff includes technical and nurse aides, as well as professional nurses. Although two or three persons are assigned to each module, the greatest responsibility for the care of assigned patients falls on the professional nurse. The professional nurse is also responsible for guiding and teaching non-professional nurse. Advantages  Continuity of care is improved  RN more involved in planning and coordinating care  Geographic closeness and efficient communication. Disadvantages  Increased costs to stock each module  Long corridors not conducive to modular nursing. Nurse Manager RN Team Leader RN LPNs/LVN s Nursing Assistants RN Team Leader RN LPNs/LVN s Nursing Assistants Assigned Patients Group Assigned Patients Group Team Method
  • 8. Patient Care Delivery System 8 N.B.: o Modular nursing is similar to team nursing because professional and non- professional employees cooperate in caring for patients under the leadership of a professional nurse. o Module nursing is similar to primary nursing because each pair or trio of nursing personnel are responsible for the care of the patients in their caseload from admission to discharge, following discharge and during subsequent admissions to the agency. o As with primary nursing, the worker pair or trio arrange or another pair or trio to care for their assigned patients on alternate shifts and days off. 5. PRIMARY NURSING METHOD: This method is the best in an agency with an all-professional nurse staff. It is: A comprehensive, continuous and coordinated nursing process for meeting the total needs of each patient. Basic concepts in primary nursing:  Patient assessment by a primary nurse, who plans the care to be given by secondary or associate nurse when the primary nurse is off duty. The 24 hours responsibility for care is put into practice through the primary nurse’s written directive on a preplanned communication assignment. Geographic Patient Unit Patient Care Team: RNs LPNs/LVNs Nurse Aides Meds Supplies Linens Geographic Patient Unit Patient Care Team: RNs LPNs/LVNs Nurse Aides Meds Supplies Linens Geographic Patient Unit Patient Care Team: RNs LPNs/LVNs Nurse Aides Meds Supplies Linens Nurse Manager Modular Method
  • 9. Patient Care Delivery System 9  Complete communication of care given in the nursing staff daily reporting method.  Discharge planning including teaching, family involvement and appropriate references. Process for implementing primary nursing method:  The head nurse: a. Assigns primary nurse to patients by matching the skills of the nurse to the needs of the patients. b. Ensures proper scheduling for all shifts so that if primary nurse is off the unit an associate nurse is available for care. c. Guides, counsels and evaluates care given. d. May also assign herself to patients either as a primary nurse or associate nurse.  Professional staff nurse: 1. Primary nurse: Functions of primary nurse include performing the following: 1- Conducting an admission (initial) assessment. 2- Developing, planning, implementing, and revising the nursing care plan. 3- Directing care in her absence. 4- Collaborating with physicians and families. 5- Making referrals. 6- Teaching health concepts. 7- Making discharge plans. 2. Associate nurse: Associate nurse may be professional or technical nurse. She carries out the nursing care planned by the primary nurse when she is not on duty.  Technical nurse: Carry out the nursing tasks assigned by the primary or associate nurses in giving the care.  Nurse aides: Their activities are focusing away from direct contact with the patient and can be utilized as messengers and transporters.
  • 10. Patient Care Delivery System 10  Ward clerk: Responsible for the non-nursing functions of administrative duties. Advantages  High-quality, holistic patient care  Establish rapport with patient  RN feels challenged and rewarded. Disadvantages  Primary nurse must be able to practice with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy  RN must accept 24-hour responsibility  More RNs needed; not cost-effective II- The alternative method: CASE MANAGEMENT: Case management is a process of monitoring an individual patient’s health care by the case manger, for the purpose of maximizing positive outcomes and containing costs. The case manger has graduate-level preparation or is at an advanced level of nursing practice. The case manager role requires not only advanced nursing skills but also advanced managerial and communication skills. Primary Nurse 24-hour responsibility for planning, directing & evaluating patient care Patient Associate Nurses Provide care when primary nurse is off duty Physician and other members of the health care team Primary Nursing Model
  • 11. Patient Care Delivery System 11 The case manager is an individual "professional nurse” assigned responsibility for this process.  The case manager may follow the patient from the diagnostic phase through hospitalization, rehabilitation and back to home care.  Case manager has responsibility and authority for planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating care for the patient throughout the period of illness, regardless of the patient’s movement among various units and services (such as emergency room, surgical unit, recovery unit, etc.).  The case manager ensures that plans are made in advance for the next needed step. Through this, the manager assists with decision-making and helps to ensure that the patient receives care that will achieve the most positive outcomes in the most efficient manner. This process helps to eliminate costly delays in progress. Case manager’s approaches:- 1- Case mangers employed by the hospitals follow a patient from the time admission is planned through the time of discharge. This case manager might plan the admitting process to ensure that all preadmission work-ups are completed and that the patient is being admitted at the appropriate time to facilitate follow-up through on problems. 2- Case mangers in private practice may focus on a particular group of client. For example, the geriatric case manager focuses on managing care for NURSE CASE MANAGERAssesses, plans, implements, coordinates,monitors, and evaluates patient care options and services to meet health needs Onset of Illness Resolution of Illness Collaborates with Nursing, Physicians, Physical/Speech/ Occupational Therapists, Dietary, and Ancillary Services Collaborates With Patient and Family Coordinates Services: Home Care, Hospice, Extended /Long-term Care Ambulatory Care Services Nursing Case Management
  • 12. Patient Care Delivery System 12 the older client. The private case manger is paid by the client or family usually based on the hours of service provided. The case manager may help the family to identify all the options for care and treatment, ask questions to obtain greater understanding of the overall problem, and work with the family in the decision- making process. Case management tools: The case manager uses two tools , Case Manager Plan ( CMP) , and Critical Path Diagnosis ( CPD) to , design , map , track , monitor , and adjust the patient’s course through the care-treatment process. 1-Case Manager Plan (C M P): Is a multicolumn plan with accompanying time line that includes medical and nursing diagnosis , desired care outcomes , intermediate daily goals to supports each outcome, and the daily activities required of nurse, physicians, and other care givers to achieve intermediate goal. 2- Critical Path Diagnosis (C P D) : Is an abbreviated , one – page version of the required physician and nurse action listed in the C M P , together with the exact data on which all key events must occur to achieve the desired outcome by the target date. The case manager evaluates the patient’s progress toward care and treatment goal daily by comparing signs, symptoms, and assessment data against information in the C M P and C D P then tracking variances from the expected course of progress. Advantages: a) For the patient: - Establishing and achieving a set of “expected” or standardized patient care outcomes for each patient. - Facilitating early patient discharge or discharge within an appropriate length of stay. - Using the fewest possible appropriate health care resources to meet expected patient care outcomes. - Facilitating the continuity of patient care through collaborative practice of diverse health professionals. b) For the nurse: - Enhancing nurse’s professional development and job satisfaction. - Facilitating the transfer of knowledge of expert clinical staff of novice staff.
  • 13. Patient Care Delivery System 13 Choosing a Nursing Care Delivery Model: In order to determine the most proper model - for a current situation, the following questions are to be answered:  What staff mix is required?  Who should make work assignments?  Work assigned by task? By patient?  How will communication be handled?  Who will make decisions?  Who will be responsible and accountable?  Fit with unit/facility/organization management? ………………………………………………………