The Coordinating Council: The Equitable Role Of Nurses

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Some of the issues the coordinating council addresses include staffing, nursing practice, patient and nurse satisfaction, and quality metrics (e.g., noise reduction). Because bedsides RNs are directly involved in these issues and can have the greatest impact on them, it is essential that they have an equitable role in discussions on these topics. As a result, staff feels valued and empowered by having a voice in the decision-making process. As time passed, staff involvement In UBC projects 
increased. Manger accomplishments are projects in improving patient care at bed side, update the practice with best evidence base practice and support nurses in their professional development.
RN survey Nurses are at the forefront of the mission to

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