Revista de Práticas Avançadas em Enfermagem

Collaborative Care Models: Maximizing Interprofessional Teamwork in Advanced Nursing Practice

Abstract

Mary Elizabeth*

In modern healthcare, providing comprehensive and patient-centered care requires the collaboration of diverse healthcare professionals. Collaborative care models emphasize the importance of interprofessional teamwork to deliver effective, efficient, and high-quality healthcare services. This article explores the significance of collaborative care models, the role of APNs in interprofessional teamwork, and the benefits of collaborative care for patients and the healthcare system. Collaborative care models involve the integration of various healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other specialists, working together to provide holistic and coordinated care to patients. These models recognize that each healthcare professional brings unique expertise to the team, and effective collaboration optimizes patient care outcomes. Collaborative teams can address patients' medical, emotional, and social needs comprehensively. By working together, team members can develop comprehensive care plans that consider all aspects of a patient's health. Collaborative care places the patient at the center of decision-making. By involving patients in care planning and empowering them to actively participate in their treatment, healthcare providers can enhance patient satisfaction and engagement. Collaboration allows for efficient use of resources and expertise. Each team member can contribute their unique skills, resulting in more streamlined and effective healthcare delivery.