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Care Transition Case Study

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% of patient with staff visit hourly 88% Remarkable accomplishment in exceeding the hospital and national average matrix, and will continue to build on current system processes. Nurse explain in a way you understand 69.7% A difficult task to accomplish due to the competency level of our customers. However, achievable by speaking in layman terms, understanding and accepting the culture of individuals.
Nurse Listen Carefully
74.9%
Great Improvement in exceeding hospital matrix. Our goal is to exceed national average by building on current system process. Quietness 38.9% This is area that requires staff member’s immediate attention. Our goal is to review the current system process, and implement in advancing to excellence.
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