Enhancing Nursing Excellence: Exploring Person-Centered Care Implementation in Clinical Practice

Abstract

The increasing complexity of healthcare, driven by aging populations and the prevalence of chronic diseases, necessitates a shift from traditional biomedical models to holistic approaches such as Person-Centered Care (PCC). PCC is defined as a framework that respects individual values and preferences, fostering shared decision-making and holistic care. While PCC demonstrates benefits, including enhanced health outcomes, patient satisfaction, and reduced professional burnout, its implementation faces systemic, organizational, and cultural challenges.This paper highlights strategies for integrating PCC into nursing, such as fostering trust, tailoring care approaches, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and advancing cultural humility. The study emphasizes the pivotal role of nurses in operationalizing PCC, particularly in addressing the multifaceted needs of older adults. Recommendations include leadership development, policy advocacy for nurse-to-patient ratio adjustments, and leveraging technology to enhance continuity of care.