Core Belief | Description |
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Consistent team assignments to dedicated neighbourhood | • Redesign of organizational structure to move from siloed departments and hierarchical management to cross-functional teams. • Empowering cross-functional neighbourhood teams to be more effective and responsive to resident-centred decision-making. • Cross-training and blending of roles to allow for greater flexibility and cohesiveness of care by eliminating task orientation and job delineation. |
Respect for residents’ choice and autonomy | • Redesign of NH services to fit needs and expectations of residents with complex needs. • Redesign of physical environment to promote resident-centeredness. |
Self-directed work teams per neighbourhood | • Financial framework of accountability by emphasizing team members working to full scope of practice while providing better coordinated care. • Solidified approach to seamless team functioning where residents come first. |