Nursing Practices in Catholic Healthcare: A Case Study of Nurses in a Catholic Private Hospital

AbstractWe aimed to investigate Catholic Identity and Mission communication specifically how nurses were expressing the Catholic healthcare values in practice. A mixed-methods, case study design was used and included non-participant observation, a mid-level manager focus group (n  = 7) and online surveys (n = 144). Document and observational data analysis revealed the organisation’s commitment to visible indication of Catholic values adherence. Focus group analysis revealed two themes, ‘Catholic values in action’ and ‘taking the extra step’. The impact of Catho lic Identity and Mission on nurses and nursing care recipients remains elusive and warrants further understanding.
Source: Journal of Religion and Health - Category: Medical Ethics Source Type: research