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Nursing at SJHH

Vision, Mission, & Philosophy

Nursing Vision:

We will make a difference in the lives of those we care for, our organization, and the future of our community, through achievement of excellence in nursing and commitment to a culture of nursing innovation, empowerment, leadership, & accountability.

Nursing Mission:

We are committed to providing patient & family-centred care that is informed by evidence, rooted in compassion, & focused on health, healing, & recovery, or supporting a peaceful death.

Philosophical Beliefs:

The Recipient of Care
We believe in:

• respect for the inherent dignity & worth of all individuals
• partnerships that support informed decision-making
• the power & potential for change, growth, and recovery

The Context of Care
We believe that:

• the patient & family are central in the entire cycle of care
• there is a place for faith, hope, & individualized expressions of spirituality in the provision of care
• a healthy work environment is critical to achieve positive outcomes for patients, nurses, & the organization

Nursing...
We believe that:

• nursing is a knowledge profession, and we are committed to creating, disseminating, & applying new knowledge in practice
• healing occurs best in an environment which supports therapeutic relationships and continuity of nursing care
• nursing is conveyed through our words, actions, values, and beliefs
• ongoing assessment, intervention & evaluation are key to determining & improving nursing-sensitive outcomes
• strong nursing leadership supports professional practice & decision-making & is central to quality care
• the exchange of expert knowledge with students & colleagues through preceptorship, mentorship, & formal and informal teaching and learning roles is essential
• building effective collaborative relationships is in the best interests of those we serve
• nursing is a challenging & rewarding profession which offers unique opportunities to make meaningful contributions to human wholeness, and to grow personally & professionally
• nurses have an essential role as advocates for patients, families, the health care system, & the profession

 

When Aligned Around Shared Values & United in a Common Mission & Vision, Ordinary People Accomplish Extraordinary Results!