Dr. Al-Ruzzieh is the Chief Nursing Officer at King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC) in Jordan. Under her leadership, KHCC becomes the first hospital in Jordan, 10th hospital outside US and the first cancer center outside US to achieve Magnet® Designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in 2019. This distinction was achieved through shared governance, autonomous professional nursing practice, and structural empowerment of nurses across the organization. Dr. Al-Ruzzieh has led KHCC nursing toward becoming the first hospital in the Middle East to achieve accreditation for shared governance by the Forum Shared Governance. This accreditation indicates the availability of enabling structures and processes for frontlines to benefit their profession, community and most importantly patients with cancer.
She believed that professional development is a life long journey for professional nurses and education is great enabling factor for them to provide best care, so she established the professional development unit in the center which achieved two major accreditation aiming to assure high standards for nursing training. The unit for continuous education provider accreditation from ANCC and finally in 2022 the accreditation with DISTINCTION for the first Oncology Nursing Residency Program in Jordan and second in the Middle East. Received her doctorate from the University of Jordan. On a national level, she has served as a member of the executive board for the Jordanian Nursing Council. She has many publications as well as presentations in international professional meetings. In 2013, she was the winner for HRH Princess Mona Al-Hussien Award for Best Nursing Leadership in Jordan.
Shared Governance: Nurses Engagement for Better Outcomes
Abstract
Shared Governance (SG) is defined as a management style that promotes nurse involvement in decisions that affect their practice by empowering nurses to contribute to and participate in their work environment. Incorporating the SG principles has impacted nursing and patient-focused indicators. SG is considered the hallmark of the Magnet® Recognition Program for Nursing, which recognizes organizations for nursing excellence. King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC) adopted the SG model in 2010 and became a Magnet®-designated international oncology center in 2019. In 2020, KHCC was accredited by the Forum for Shared Governance.
In this presentation, the speaker will highlight the successful story of SG implementation at KHCC, showcasing its transformative impact on clinical practice and organizational performance. Additionally, strategies for overcoming challenges to effective SG implementation will be discussed. Furthermore, the speaker will discuss actions for staff engagement, which plays a pivotal role in the successful adoption of the SG Model. Lastly, there will be a description of how nurses led quality improvement initiatives guided by the SG structure and processes in an international Magnet® designated oncology center.
In conclusion, the adoption of the SG Model has a significant impact on placing nurses at the forefront of decision-making processes and empowering staff to actively drive impactful change. Through active engagement in SG structures, nurses have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare delivery, ultimately leading to better outcomes for both patients and healthcare institutions alike.
Transformational Leadership: A model for Innovation
Abstract
Transformational Leadership (TL) is defined as a management style that motivates employees to take ownership of their roles and perform beyond expectations. Developed in 1985 by researcher Bernard M. Bass, the TL model comprises four main elements: Inspirational Motivation, Idealized Influence, Intellectual Stimulation, and Individualized Consideration. TL in nursing is focused on motivating nurses to create change, innovate, and shape the future success of the organization. Transformational leaders are change agents empowered to strive towards excellence in patient care, where innovation and continuous improvement thrive.
In this presentation, the speaker will highlight the four main elements that define the TL Model. Moreover, the speaker will explain the transformative impact of TL on organizational culture, nurse engagement, and ultimately, on improving patient care outcomes. Furthermore, the speaker will highlight best practices to cultivate a culture of TL among nurses, fostering continuous improvement in the quality of care delivery.
In conclusion, TL serves as a powerful model for fostering innovation and driving positive change within healthcare organizations. By embracing TL principles, nurses are empowered to improve patient outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
