Using Kotter's Change Framework to Implement and Sustain Multiple Complementary ICU Initiatives

J Nurs Care Qual. 2018 Jan/Mar;33(1):38-45. doi: 10.1097/NCQ.0000000000000263.

Abstract

This article describes the planning, implementation, and outcomes of 2 complementary quality initiatives, bedside handoff and nurse-initiated interdisciplinary bedside rounds, in a 24-bed medical/surgical intensive care unit. Systematic approaches such as Kotter's change model and unit-based champions were used to redesign care processes and standardize daily communication and workflows. Active partnership with the patient and the family during these changes promoted a strong intensive care unit culture of patient- and family-centered care.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Intensive Care Units / organization & administration
  • Intensive Care Units / standards*
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Nurse's Role / psychology*
  • Organizational Innovation
  • Outcome Assessment, Health Care
  • Patient Care Team / organization & administration
  • Patient Handoff / organization & administration
  • Patient Handoff / standards*
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Quality Improvement / standards*