University Hospital Reflection

University Hospital I just completed my first year at my current hospital, University Hospital located in Newark, New Jersey. I would say, however, that even in such short time, I have witnessed that the hospital has lived up to its mission “to improve the quality of life for all those we touch through excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service” (University Hospital, 2016). The numerous services provided by University Hospital to the immediate community of Newark and beyond to the surrounding communities, demonstrate that the hospital is a microcosm of a standalone medical center. Not only does the hospital provide general medical services, but also has many specialties that meet the needs and demands of the …show more content…
Furthermore, the hospital’s vision “to create the best possible environment for our patients to heal, our physicians to practice and our employees to work” (University Hospital, 2016) attests to the hospital’s goal as expressed in its Credo “One Goal, One Passion, Every Patient, Every Time” (University Hospital, 2016). In a few words, the hospital pledges its commitment not only to the patients and the community but also to its workers as well. Thus, I feel inspired and appreciate that the “metaparadigm nursing concepts of person, health, nursing, and environment” (NDC, 2007) are at the heart and mind of everyone in the organization.
Nursing Service Statement I was pleasantly surprised to know that the nursing department has its own mission statement and philosophy. Although, the nursing scope of service is guided by the mission and vision of University Hospital, it is also “committed to providing the highest standards and a uniform level of care to all patients regardless of age, sex, religion or socioeconomic status”