Patient Boundaries

I have been fortunate enough to work in a teaching hospital for over a decade, on a unit that has a strong sense of teamwork. I have watched residents grow from unsure medical students to capable

Teamwork and collaboration with other healthcare providers is very important. To function effectively there needs to be mutual respect, open communication, and shared decision making in the best interest of the patient. As a member of a team it is vital to know ones own strengths and limitations, this way patients receive the best care.

I work closely with my team ensuring that all staff are treated with respect and encouraging them to develop their own skills and knowledge whilst sharing their experiences with colleagues.

These key players of the multidisciplinary team are supporting my project as it is a core measure for the facility this year. The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes (KSAs) have also contributed to my project. In the Knowledge silo, I have been able to identify and ascertain contributing abilities, shortcomings, and benefits as a member of the ICU team. In addition, I have been able to distinguish hindrances of the system and been a part of a cohesive team in aiming to execute my project. In the Skills silo, I have been to demonstrate my abilities and shortcomings as a constituent of the group. I have also been able to partake in creating a strategy in championing cohesive collaboration of the group. Finally, in the Attitudes silo, I have been able to recognize my capability to participate in cohesive team performance. Furthermore, I respect the authority of system resolutions in accomplishing team

To begin with to work with my colleagues in our home will ensure the most effective of team work to achieve the most positive outcomes for our residents. As we all know, we have different shift pattern in the care home to meet our residents’ 24/7 care needs. It is unreasonable to expect any care staff to complete all the tasks on their own. Besides, as a head of care part of the care team, providing high quality of care is essential for my job role. By working wither my colleagues, we can share skills and experiences in terms of how to improve our services, and residents will be benefit as result

What would be the most important message to communicate to the target patients? To physicians? To partners?

“All health care disciplines share a common and primary commitment to serving the patient and working toward the ideal of health for all.” (American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2014, p. 1) There are many different professional members in the healthcare system. Each of them, have a specific specialty and responsibility to the patient and play an important role in the patient’s overall plan of care. “The scope of health care mandates that health professionals work collaboratively and with other related disciplines. Collaboration emanates from an understanding and appreciation of the roles and contributions that each discipline brings to the care delivery experience.” (American Association of Colleges of

Working in a team is an important responsibility by understanding each other’s role which may include doctor, nurse, occupational therapist, physiotherapist and many more. Team members divide the work based on their scope practice such as acute care, metal health care, homecare etc. Interprofessional collaboration practice is decision making and communicating between individuals for their patient’s health based on their knowledge and skills. It helps to promote habits, maximizing health resources, leading care to be safer with patient’s satisfaction and Canada’s health care (Kenaszchuk, Reeves, Nicholas, & Zwarenstein, 2010).

This takes into consideration the physical, emotional and social needs of a patient and leaves no room for ineffective communication, depersonalization or desensitization. We must not forget that patients are people with feelings, souls, dreams, and

• Using effective communication with members of the team/colleagues in terms of reports such as patients’ vital signs, fluid balance, blood sugar monitoring, comfort rounds, personal care given, food chart etc...

The three principles I have applied to interactions with my patients include mutual respect, continuous learning, and the right information. During each of my assessments with my patients, I try to gain insight on their goals and values and try to identify their needs to facilitate mutual respect. Continuous learning is used everyday to discuss progress in care, in example being that Doctor’s often change care or medication errors, and it is my responsibility to update the patient. During every interaction with a patient, teaching occurs whether it be a medication, what to expect after surgery, etc. In order to create a care plan, I educate the patient on the risk and benefits and alternatives.

This is a reflective essay based on a event which took place in a hospital setting. The aim of this essay is to explore how members of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) worked together and communicate with each other to achieve the best patients outcome.

Teams working in a hospital or other healthcare setting may consist of several physicians, nurses, medical assistants, referral coordinators, pharmacists, therapists, and students among others. Such large teams can provide comprehensive care for complex and chronic illnesses, but when they fail to work well together, they

In this assignment I will focus and discuss my chosen theme which is Multi-disciplinary team working (MDT). This will mention roles within the MDT, skills for effective MDT working and responsibilities within the MDT. When focussing on my chosen theme within the Professional Development 2 module, I will complete a self assessment by reflecting upon my clinical and educational experience so

　　　　An effective care for patients can be achieved through the collaboration and team work within the certain health care teams to provide a focused and shared learning in health professional education, which can help enhance the outcome of the patient’s needs.1 Working with different professionals and care givers can lead to issues. This can be looked upon so that the patient is given good service and enhanced care.