CHANGE THEORY

Change theory (nursing)

Change theory (nursing)

Nursing is a field that requires a good deal of adaptation by an individual due to its many changes and fundamental processes. An issue in change that is a certainty is that there are going to be reactions to it but one can manage it in order to ensure the projection planned will fall into the correct place (Beitler 2005). While one can enter into the field of nursing with their own idea of what skills are going to be necessary; as well as with many opinions on how various situations should be handled, there always needs to be a good deal of preparedness for any type of change that might take place suddenly, or over time. Furthermore, the area of communication is a key essential, especially if motivating others towards a new direction, is the path that is underway.

Rogers (1970) presents a philosophical view of man that allows the use of assessment tools and technologies specific to the patients condition. Assessment tools and technologies will vary with the patient population and the scientific advances of society. They must not become the focus of nursing practice because they are time limited and can detract from the patient. The focus of nursing practice is man and the life force within man. The nursing science principles identify constants in the nursing of man, such as; establishing priorities, implementing change, and patterns of change.

Change would appear to be an irrevocable fact of life within western society (Stephenson, 1987) and is ever more prominent within the health service. The change process is greatly enhanced by the application of a logical process through the identification of a problem, development of an implementation plan and clear monitoring and evaluation at all stages. Furthermore, the selection of an appropriate change model aids ...