The learning resources in the unit encompassed the concepts of a culture of safety, civility and ‘just culture’.
In this assignment, you are tasked with demonstrating your understanding and application of advocacy to promote a just institutional culture in healthcare. This culture must reflect resiliency, civility, and respect, particularly for individuals experiencing Second Victim Syndrome. This condition refers to the psychological trauma experienced by healthcare professionals following an adverse patient event, which can deeply affect their mental health and professional identity.
The aim of this assignment is for you to critically examine how advocacy can foster a supportive and ethical environment in which those experiencing Second Victim Syndrome are provided with the necessary resources, support, and compassion to recover.
Review these articles that provide an overview of the concept of Second Victim Syndrome:
Vanhaecht, K., Seys, D., Russotto, S., Strametz, R., Mira, J., Sigurgeirsdóttir, S., Wu, A. W., Põlluste, K., Popovici, D. G., Sfetcu, R., Kurt, S., & Panella, M. (2022). An evidence and consensus-based definition of Second Victim: A strategic topic in healthcare quality, patient safety, person-centeredness and human resource management.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health,
19(24), 16869.
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Create a presentation that includes the following
Slide 1 – Title slide
Slide 2 – Explain the importance for addressing the Second Victim Syndrome (SVS) phenomenon from a nursing perspective [supported by resources].
Slide 3 – Briefly introduce the importance of advocacy in nursing practice, particularly in fostering a just and supportive institutional culture [supported by resources].
Slide 4 – Discuss advocacy activities required for proposing the development of policies that protect and support colleagues affected by SVS [supported by resources].
Slide 5 – Identify a minimum of 3 evidence-based strategies/interventions that you will include in your SVS Support Policy [supported by resources].
Slide 6 – Outline the key elements of an SVS Support Policy that you will recommend for implementation in your organization. Ensure that these elements are aimed at fostering resiliency, civility, and respect [supported by resources].
Slide 7 – Examine potential challenges or barriers that may impede the creation of a just institutional culture in addressing Second Victim Syndrome through development and adoption of your SVS Support Policy.
Slide 8 – Summarize key points from your analysis, highlighting the importance of advocacy in promoting a culture that fosters resiliency, civility, and respect. Reflect on the role of nursing professionals in creating and sustaining a culture of care that addresses the emotional well-being of all staff, particularly those affected by Second Victim Syndrome.
Slide 9 – References
Complete this assignment and submit it to this assignment dropbox by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 4 hours
Assignment Resources
Earnest, M., Wong, S. L., Federico, S., & Cervantes, L. (2023). A Model of Advocacy to Inform Action.
Journal of General Internal Medicine, 38(1), 208-212.
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Lazuka-Nicoulaud, E., Naidoo, K., Gross, K., Marcano Williams, J., & Kirsten-Coleman, A. (2022). The power of advocacy: Advancing vision for everyone to meet the sustainable development goals.
International Journal of Public Health, 67, Article 1604595.
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