Johns Hopkins Nursing Evidence-Based Practice Thrid Edition: Model and Guidelines

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Table 3.2 American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Performance
(2015)
Ethics: Practicing with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and
unique attributes of all people. Advocating for the rights, health, and safety of the
healthcare of consumers and others. Safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of
healthcare consumers and others and their data and information within ethical, legal, and
regulatory parameters.
Culturally congruent practice: Demonstrating respect, equity, and empathy in actions
and interactions with all healthcare consumers. Participating in lifelong learning to
understand cultural preferences, worldviews, choices, and decision-making processes of
diverse consumers.
Communication: Communicating effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
Collaboration: Collaborating with healthcare consumers, families, and other key
stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Partnering with consumers and other key
stakeholders to advocate for and effect change, leading to positive outcomes and quality
care.
Leadership: Providing leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
Contributing to the establishment of an environment that supports and maintains respect,
trust, and dignity.
Education: Attaining knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
and promotes futuristic thinking. Participating in ongoing educational activities.
Committing to lifelong learning through self-reflection and inquiry to address learning and
personal growth needs.
Evidence-based practice and research: Integrating evidence and research findings into
practice by utilizing current evidence-based knowledge, including research findings, to
guide practice.
Quality of practice: Contributing to quality nursing practice through quality improvement
initiatives, documenting the nursing process in a manner that supports quality and
performance improvement, and using creativity and innovation to enhance nursing care.