Nursing Ethics and Legal Experts specialize in guiding nursing practice through complex ethical dilemmas and legal challenges. They ensure that healthcare professionals adhere to ethical principles such as autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice while providing patient care. These experts develop policies, provide ethics consultations, and educate nurses on issues related to patient rights, confidentiality, informed consent, and professional accountability. Their work helps maintain high standards of moral conduct in nursing, fostering trust between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Nursing Ethics and Legal Experts also navigate the legal aspects of healthcare delivery. They stay informed about healthcare laws, regulations, and standards that impact nursing practice, helping institutions comply with legal requirements and avoid liability. By advising on risk management, documentation, and patient advocacy, they protect both patients and healthcare professionals. Their expertise ensures that nursing care is delivered within the bounds of the law while upholding the dignity and rights of patients. They often serve on ethics committees and participate in policy development to address emerging ethical and legal issues. They are essential in upholding ethical standards and ensuring legal compliance within healthcare settings. Their guidance helps healthcare organizations respond effectively to challenges such as patient consent disputes and confidentiality breaches.
Title : The power of presence: Investing in LVNs for lasting impact
Emma Gitomer, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Title : Reaching our residents: An interdisciplinary approach to educating our future providers in the art of telephone triage
Cori Brown, Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia, United States
Title : Turn the heat around: Quality improvement in malignant hyperthermia response through in-situ simulation
Ayumi S Fielden, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Title : PTSD and tools for nursing resilience
Renee Bauer, Indiana State University, United States
Title : Birth partnerships: Enhancing nursing care with doula support
Vera Kevic, Doulas on Bikes, Canada
Title : Shift strong: A proactive stress-physiology framework for early identification of nurse distress
Laura Hall, Colorado Mesa University, United States