title: Effects of the PIPC model on outcome measures of productivity and costs.
abstract: The purpose of this experimental research was to determine the effects of the Partners in Care Practice Model (PIPC) on the outcomes of productivity and costs. Over an 18-month study period, no significant differences were found in costs per patient day between the pilot and control units; however, significant differences were found in actual salaries, amount of time spent in documentation, and supply costs. Differences in costs and productivity reflected increased training costs and costs for additional supplies on the pilot unit.
authors.forename: C A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Lengacher
authors.forename: P R
authors.initials: PR
authors.lastname: Mabe
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Heinemann
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: VanCott
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Swymer
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Kent
mesh_terms: D000704:Analysis of Variance; D017046:Cost Savings; D017598:Efficiency, Organizational; D006801:Humans; D016294:Models, Nursing; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010865:Pilot Projects