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Key elements of caring (5 C's Simone Roach (2002) (Competence…
Key elements of caring
5 C's Simone Roach (2002)
Commitment
Commitment to patients - The act of committing yourself to work means going above and beyond normally expected behaviors and pledging to uphold strong values.
continually improving one’s knowledge and skills
Conscience
Delivering the best possible care to patients involves a resilient sense of moral responsibility born of a strong conscience. Conscience helps guide your actions even when focus on stress or personal matters can challenge the consistent application of best practices. Adherence to your own conscience will always help to put you on the right course.
the concept of working consistently on another’s behalf, and “representing the concerns of the patient.” Moral practices don’t just arise from a strong internal sense of what’s right; they also come from a continued focus on empathy and putting yourself in the patient’s shoes.
Competence
Consistently arriving to work on time and presenting yourself in a professional manner is one way.
Another is to hold yourself to a high standard of excellence when fulfilling daily tasks, regardless of the behavior of others or the circumstances
It is also important to ask for help or clarification when there is uncertainty about a specific duty or method, rather than attempting to move forward if you are unsure.
Lifelong learning
Compassion
Having compassion is essential for anyone in the health care profession as it takes compassion to give patients a positive experience.
Compassionate nurses empathize with their patients and provide kind and considerate treatment at all times. In return, they may receive an inspiring sense of human connection and affirmation of the importance of their work.
Confidence
Confidence is the aspect of caring that ties the other 4 of the 5 C’s together. It takes confidence in personal skills and knowledge to act with commitment, follow conscience, consistently act in a competent manner, and express compassion, even in the most difficult of situations.
Confidence in experiences, education, and skills will ensure that nurses continually put their best foot forward. A confident nurse can help patients and family members deal with difficult news, and a strong sense of self will invoke positive change in patient care.
Caring Acts
Consideration
respect
Honesty
foresight
Warmth
Compassion and connection