1. Gerry Altmiller, EdD, APRN, ACNS- BC

2. Participants will be able to:  Reflect on connecting our work to our values.  Consider opportunities to be part of the QSEN team. Today’s Objectives

3. Opportunity is missed by most people because it comes dressed in overalls and looks like work. Thomas Alva Edison

4. a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something Opportunity

5. Mission: Building nursing’s capacity to continuously improve the quality and safety of health care. Opportunity to align our work with our values QSEN & Opportunity

6. Energizing-Motivating-Inspiring Values affect what we do, how we interact, how we communicate, our growth Values can act as a catalyst-lowers the energy required to make change Values = Core beliefs that determine how a person behaves

7. Allows us to Be mindful about what we really care about Focus on what we really care about Defend what we really care about Gives us purpose and drive for the future Advantages of Thinking About Values

8. In healthcare professions: I not only have to do my job, but always be focused on how I can do my job better.

9. “It’s not just a thing to do; It’s more of a way to be.” Unknown Participant 1 st QSEN Conference, Chicago, June 2007 Connect our work to values.

10. Tie work to direct patient outcomes Linking change to outcomes connects head and heart Values and Quality Improvement

11. QSEN is the framework to keep the promise Teamwork & Collaboration

12. QSEN is the framework to keep the promise Patient-centered Care

13. Connecting Head and Heart with QSEN

14.  If we become clear about our purpose, it sheds light on our values.  Our purpose is our personal aim statement Keep work aligned with our values

15. Appreciate all members’ contribution to the team Think about what I really want to accomplish Reflection-the only way to grow/mature Seek the feedback of others Give feedback that is constructive-builds Incorporating Values in Healthcare Professions

16. Sometimes Our work feels like this…..

17. With values (purpose) it feels like this………

18. Excerpt from a letter from Nelson Mandela in prison to a long-time advocate, Sheena Duncan, April 1,1985:  The ideals we cherish, our fondest dreams, and fervent hopes may not be realized in our lifetime. That is beside the point. The knowledge that you did your duty is in itself, a rewarding experience and magnificent achievement.

19. Many thanks to Sue Reeves & Mary Dolansky For sharing their ideas