Professional Practice Model

The underpinnings of our daily care are Jean Watson’s Theory of Caring and the Patient & Family centered approach. Utilizing these concepts allows us to grow our practice into that of the Professional nurse that includes:

• Engagement & Accountability
• Interprofessional Team Approach
• Exemplary Practice
• Scope & Standards of Professional Nursing Practice
• Compassionate Care

The leaves or growth of our practice are the overarching components that describe our care and interactions as nurses and unite all nurses at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall regardless of their area of work.

The roots signify that all care is rooted/ begins with Watson’s Theory of Caring and extends beyond the hospital walls to the community at large. When combined with patient centered care, our practice grows and flourishes.