Caring Theoretical Model Or Evidence-Based Practice

ANSWERS

Caring is what distinguishes nursing. Nursing at Redlands Community Hospital has embraced Jean Watson’s Caring Science theory. Caring Science assists us in welcoming the positive energy that flows from an integrated mind, body, and spirit, which benefits both the patient and the nurse. Nurses are uniquely positioned to be the heart of healing, thanks to Florence Nightingale’s vision that the “role of a nurse is to put her patient in the best position to be able to self-heal.” The nurse can optimize her patient’s ability to heal from within by actively engaging in caring through authentic presence and intentionality.

How do we maintain emotional sensitivity and caring attitudes as nurses in a stressful and demanding workplace? According to Jean Watson, caring regenerates life energies and enhances our abilities. The advantages are immeasurable, and they promote personal and professional self-actualization. Caring is a mutually beneficial experience for the patient, the nurse, and all health team members. Furthermore, Watson emphasizes that we must care for ourselves to care for others; self-healing is necessary for rejuvenating our energy reserves and replenishing our spiritual bank.

QUESTION

Caring Theoretical Model Or Evidence-Based Practice

Describe a caring theoretical model and how it can systematically be applied to the day-to-day practice of advanced nurses.

OR

Explain how the advanced practice nurse can apply research-based evidence to inform clinical practice.

• Length: A minimum of 280 words, not including references
• Citations: At least one high-level scholarly reference in APA from within the last 5 years