APP Master Sessions-A Multidisciplinary Approach to Improve Communication Between Pediatric Neurosurgery and Pediatric Nurses: A Team Communication Tool Pilot

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Improve Communication Between Pediatric Neurosurgery and Pediatric Nurses: A Team Communication Tool Pilot

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Video Summary

In this video, Alicia Peregrino, a nurse practitioner at Penn State Health Hershey Children's Hospital, presents a multidisciplinary tool to improve communication and patient safety in pediatric neurosurgery. The tool, called the Neurosurgery Nursing Communication Tool (NNCT), aims to increase communication among the neurosurgery team and bedside nursing, particularly during morning bedside rounds. The tool covers various aspects of patient care, such as diagnosis, neuro exams, pain management, dietary needs, therapy services, falls risk assessment, drain issues, and more. The implementation of the tool led to increased nursing participation in bedside rounds and improved communication and confidence among nursing staff. Further data collection is ongoing.

Keywords

Alicia Peregrino

nurse practitioner

Penn State Health Hershey Children's Hospital

Neurosurgery Nursing Communication Tool

pediatric neurosurgery