VISION
We, the nurses at OHSU, work in a healthy, collaborative, respectful environment in which we are integral members of the healthcare delivery team. Exceptional care is our priority as demonstrated by our patient outcomes, staffing levels, and support for education. We are empowered through shared leadership and enjoy stimulating, fulfilling careers alongside our colleagues.
MISSION
Caring: The Art and Science of Nursing
We care for patients holistically with compassion, respect and empathy in accordance with their individual resources and needs. We believe in the unconditional acceptance of each individual. We base the care we provide on scientific principles. Accountability Each nurse is accountable for her/his own practice.
Individual accountability is developed and enhanced by our commitment to teamwork.
Each nurse is responsible and accountable for participating in the activities of the nursing organization.
Expertise
We improve our practice by advancing our knowledge and skills.
We match the expertise of the individual nurse to the needs of the patient.
Communication
We believe that a climate of trust and cooperation is created by a constant flow of communication to and from the patient and among all health team members.
We respond to the needs and influences of the professional communities and the public.
Governance
We value the contribution of each individual to decision-making.
We believe that the roles and responsibilites of nursing leadership/ management facilitate and nurture the nurse-patient relationship.
We foster collaboration because we believe the individual practice of the nurse occurs within the nurse-patient relationship, within the discipline of nursing, within the context of the health care system, and within society at large.
