Nasogastric tube and BIPAP mask-related pressure injury in adult care services
The Adult Services tackled the rising issue of medical device-related pressure injuries with a targeted project focusing on nasogastric tubes and BiPAP masks.
Project aims to increase exclusive breastfeeding rate at hospital discharge
Focused on implementing uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact (SSC) within the first hour of life post-cesarean delivery, the initiative addressed a significant practice gap affecting breastfeeding outcomes.
Emergency department innovation: Breaking barriers with Ultrasound-Guided IV Access
A nurse-driven initiative in the Emergency Department has revolutionized care for hard-stick patients by reducing delays in treatment and improving patient satisfaction.
Research: Finding the third space through gardening
A research study by Vallejo nurses looks at strengthening relationship mutuality and lowering stress in the caregiver and care recipient who has a disabling injury or illness through gardening.
Santa Clara Voice Of Nursing Professional Governance
Annually, our Coordinating Council evaluates our professional governance model and identifies opportunities for improvement. A task force of dedicated clinical nurses and nurse leaders conducted an in-depth assessment, including interviews and evaluations of the Voice of Nursing facility and unit councils.
The Good Catch
The Good Catch Initiative is an innovative program emphasizing prevention and safety within the workplace.
Enhancing efficiency with the Fast Track Process in Perioperative Care
In 2024, Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center’s Perioperative Department launched the Phase 2 Project, a collaborative initiative aimed at improving efficiency and enhancing the patient experience in outpatient surgeries utilizing Local MAC or regional blocks.
Nurse-driven hospital evidence-based practice and research projects disseminated in 2024
Nurses at the Vallejo Medical Center shared many evidence-based practice and research projects in 2024
A symphony of care and compassion
Amid the ebb and flow of hospital operations, the lobby was transformed into a sanctuary of joy and inspiration as local nurse talent and musician Tunde Lasode BSN, RN of 4 West, performed alongside graceful ballerinas.
Empowering nurses to utilize data for change: Acquiring an antisiphon valve to enhance patient comfort and safety
Hospitals can be noisy, disrupting patients' sleep and affecting their recovery period. Studies have shown that noise in hospitals can lead to sleep loss, which is a particular problem in the adult oncology population at KP Santa Clara. Were noisy alarms often disturbed patients receiving intravenous IV medications.