Feasibility Study for the Establishment of a Nurse Administered Unit at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Abstract
The purpose of the study was to explore the possibility of establishing a Nurse Administered Unit (NAU) at Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC), Washington, D.C. The rationale for a NAU is to improve the quality of care for selected patients while simultaneously reducing the cost of the care administered. The objectives for the study are: 1) To explore the incentives for the implementation of a NAU, 2) To provide information on the current status of selected NAUs located in the civilian sector, 3) To propose the number of nurses and other personnel needed to staff the unit, 4) To identify the number of patient beds and the possible space or location which could house the NAU at WRAMC, and 5) To explore the impact of the NAU upon the resources needed to establish the proposed unit. Methodology for the study consisted of interviews with knowledgeable informants, a review of the literature, discussions with other health professionals having experience ion or with NAUs, and site visits to facilities having NAUs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA169387
Entities
People
- James D. Vail
- Jude Larkin
- Susan Mcmarlin
Organizations
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center