When General Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization suggested making 2020 the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife, he described nurses as the “bridge to healthcare,” linking families, communities, and complex healthcare systems. In the mid-1800s, Florence Nightingale constructed such a bridge as she cared for British soldiers during the Crimean War. She inquired about environments that contributed to patient betterment, collected data to encourage innovation, spurred education, and kept the patient in the center all that nurses do for patients. Today, the role of nurses in improving patient quality and safety is ongoing.
• Begin by describing the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article. Include a short description of the purpose, method, and outcomes.
• Evaluate how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients.
• What are at least two insights you gained from this project that enhance your personal professional goals?
