theory is used as a foundation for advancing professional practice by measuring patient outcomesin relation to the quality indicator of caring (Pajnkihar et al., 2017).An example of how the theory can be used to improve the quality of practice for NPs in woundand ostomy care is using the transpersonal caring and ten carative factors to develop arelationship with the patient. This theory is reflective and when integrated and sustained as inWinter Haven hospital, there is a culture of caring and staff job satisfaction is improved andpatient satisfaction and outcomes reflect quality of care (Schlagel & Jenko, 2015). A CNS is anadvanced practice registered nurse and her integration of Dr. Watson’s theory is an example ofhow an NP can apply it into their practice of direct patient care, as an educator, and as a leader.Watson’s theory can be applied to various settings and patient populations (Pajnkihar et al.,2017).ReferencesPajnkihar, M., McKenna, H., Stiglic, G., Vrbnjak, D. (2017). Fit for practice: Analysis andEvaluation of Watson’s theory of human caring. Nursing Science Quarterly, 30(3), 243-252. Doi: 10.11177/0894318417708409Butts, B. J. & Rich, L. K. (2018).Philosophies and theories for advanced nursing practice (3rded.).Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett LearningSchlagel, L. and Jenko, M. (2015). Creating a caritas culture in a community hospital setting: Alabor of love.International Journal for Human Caring, 19(4), 66-72.
