Nursing Practices in Catholic Healthcare: A Case Study of Nurses in a Catholic Private Hospital

Abstract

We aimed to investigate Catholic Identity and Mission communication specifically how nurses were expressing the Catholic healthcare values in practice. A mixed-methods, case study design was used and included non-participant observation, a mid-level manager focus group (n = 7) and online surveys (n = 144). Document and observational data analysis revealed the organisation's commitment to visible indication of Catholic values adherence. Focus group analysis revealed two themes, 'Catholic values in action' and 'taking the extra step'. The impact of Catholic Identity and Mission on nurses and nursing care recipients remains elusive and warrants further understanding.

Patient and visitor verbal aggression toward frontline health-care workers: a qualitative study of experiences and potential solutions

“…Participants offered ideas about managing verbal aggression and did so using a hopeful, positive and idealistic tone, showing that ultimately staff want the best for the care team, patients and families alike. This aligns with the mission focus of Catholic health care where HCWs not only have the mindset of providing not only holistic and excellent care, but also do more than is necessary for patients and families (Edward et al , 2018). A number of suggestions noted patient specific tactics, while others centered on the health-care system culture, specifically noting the lack of consequences for perpetrators.…”

Transition to practice: Supporting first year nurses within a collaborative faith based graduate program

“…Thus, programs that enrich the graduate experience are an investment in nurse retention, reduced turnover and lead to improved financial savings beyond the transition year. [18][19][20][21] The recruitment for the graduate program included a consideration of personal values related to the ability to integrate into the workforce in order to deliver the holistic and respectful patient care expected by patients who choose a faith-based health care service. [18,20] However, the focus for graduates on completing their undergraduate degree was to gain a position in a graduate program.…”

“…[18][19][20][21] The recruitment for the graduate program included a consideration of personal values related to the ability to integrate into the workforce in order to deliver the holistic and respectful patient care expected by patients who choose a faith-based health care service. [18,20] However, the focus for graduates on completing their undergraduate degree was to gain a position in a graduate program. This difficulty was frequently expressed and appeared in direct relation to the current oversupply of graduated new nurses in contrast to the limited number graduate program places.…”

“…[37] However, the added value of the pastoral care team in a sustainable caring culture of relationship and communication within the health service was highly valued as a supportive measure for the graduates own transition practice and emotional wellbeing. [18] Limitations The GCCN is available at various public and private hospitals in Western Australia. This study only involved participants employed at a catholic health service, with the aim to determine the impact of catholic faith and values on the graduate nurse experience.…”