Wgu C304 Task 3, Portfolio Shell Creation

PortfolioNameWestern Governors UniversityPortfolioQuality and SafetyQuality care isa processes that guarantee the healthcare services provided to individuals improve desired outcomes (Donaldson, 2008). Patient safety means reduction of unnecessary harm in healthcare provision (Donaldson, 2008). Achieving quality care demands the healthcare system must be safe, timely, efficient, equitable and people-centric. Having had dental phobia as a child, I understand the importance of providing quality care and safe environment for patients because it was the intervention of the nurse who helped me handle my fear. Evidence-based PracticeChrisman et al. defines evidence-based practice as “the process of collecting, processing, and implementing research findings to improve clinical practice, the work environment, or patient outcomes” (2014, p. 8). In my professional life, evidence-based practice would help me provide the highest quality and safety care by implementing practical interventions backed by research. Applied LeadershipApplied leadership within the nursing profession is understood to mean the ability to influence others in providing quality healthcare to patients while directly participating in the process (Qadri, 2016). Leadership opportunities I have had in my life has impacted in me the importance of effective communication in influencing others. I realized entering the nursing