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Department of Nursing Department of Nursing Strategic PlanStrategic Plan

Angela R. Coladonato, RN, MSN, NEA, BC

Senior Vice President, Nursing/CNO

3 Year

2007, 2008, 2009

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Statement

• The Nursing Strategic Plan used as its’ foundation two of The Chester County Hospital Initiatives:– Strategic Initiative 1: Ensure high quality, cost

effective, easily accessible, safe and efficient services to all patients and customers (internal and external)

– Strategic Initiative 2: Establish The Chester County Hospital as provider and employer of choice.

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• To exceed the expectations of those served, maintain standards of the highest quality and promote a rewarding working environment for the Nursing Department staff.

Mission

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• To be a Nursing Department of Distinction through excellence in clinical care and customer service.

Vision

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• Goal 1: To Strengthen, Develop and Support All Nurse Leaders.

• Goal 2: To Create a Culture and Support Mechanisms to Recognize the “Voice” for Nursing.

• Goal 3: To Integrate Evidence-Based Practice into Clinical Practice.

Nursing Department Strategic Goals

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• Goal 4: To Maximize Relationship Based Care with all Customers.

• Goal 5: To Strengthen Nurse Recruitment and Retention Efforts

Nursing Department Strategic Goals