title: CQI applications in a community hospital.
abstract: Through the use of a data-driven system utilizing a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) model developed by QualPro Corporation, a community hospital has impacted both administrative and clinical areas of practice. The use of QualPro's Eight-Step Method for Quality Improvement provides ongoing data to support and change nursing practice in these settings. The CQI process promotes collaborative practice for all practioners and has led to greater provider satisfaction.
authors.forename: B D
authors.initials: BD
authors.lastname: Spoon
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Hamlin
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Lowry
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Reimels
mesh_terms: D017046:Cost Savings; D006764:Hospitals, Community; D006801:Humans; D016294:Models, Nursing; D010348:Patient Care Team; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D017749:Total Quality Management / Q000458:organization & administration*