Structure assessment in a neonatal intensive care unit

ABSTRACT

The aim of this study was to asses the quality of the nursing care provided at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit [NICU] at Princess Badia Teaching Hospital, Jordan, as regards the various components of structure domain within the context of quality. A checklist for structure assessment was developed including criteria classified under three main areas; namely, material resources, human resources and organizational structure. The results revealed certain deviations from the recommended compliance scores for each area. Recommendations were proposed to stress the importance of the NICU being specifically built to reflect the practice, environment and cultural needs as well as continuous education activities of NICU staff. Documented policy and procedure manuals were also recommended for assuring maintained quality care at the NICU