A nurse has worked in a variety of nursing areas and would like to find a unit within the hospital that mirrors the nurse's own professional values.The best way for the nurse to find a unit that would be a good fit is for the nurse to examine which document?

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A philosophy of care incorporates the professional nursing staff's values and concerns for the way that they view and care for patients.For example,a philosophy addresses the nursing unit's purpose,how staff will work with patients and families,and the standards of care for the work unit.A philosophy is a vision for how to practice nursing.A hospital's mission statement and/or philosophy are for the entire hospital,not just the specific nursing unit.Unit policies and procedures will not give the nurse a good idea about the unit's values and beliefs.

A Nurse Has Worked in a Variety of Nursing Areas