The first recommendation presented by IOM is transforming nursing practice (Institute of Medicine, 2011). The reform of nursing in the state of Georgia has unfolded in several directions. First of all, it is conducting scientific research in nursing. It also includes the reform of practical activities and self-management and consolidation of the nursing profession. For example, one can observe an increase in cooperation with foreign clinics and the publication of numerous scientific papers by the staff of Emory University Hospital.
The second recommendation presented by IOM is transforming nursing education (Institute of Medicine, 2011). A special place in the conditions of increasing nursing specialists in the industry is occupied by the reforms of higher nursing education (for example, in the Medical College of Georgia). The third recommendation presented by the IOM is transforming leadership, but this recommendation is not being implemented in Georgia (Institute of Medicine, 2011). When the territorial administration changes, the heads of healthcare bodies and institutions also change, which are one of the most unprotected categories of medical workers. At the same time, the decisive role in Georgia is often played not by interests or a real assessment of the necessary horizons and leadership qualities of future leaders, but by personal attachments and acquaintances.
The fourth recommendation presented by the IOM is meeting the need for better data on the healthcare workforce (Institute of Medicine, 2011). In Georgia, there are fairly accurate statistics on the natural movement of personnel, so we can say that this recommendation is being followed. Based on my analysis of the website, I can say that Georgia’s progress toward meeting the IOM recommendations is evident. Over the past five years, the order has been achieved in the field of medical care. However, some problems remain unresolved, so Georgia health authorities will have to continue working to improve compliance with the IOM recommendations.
Reference
Institute of Medicine (US) Committee on the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative on the Future of Nursing, at the Institute of Medicine. (2011). The future of nursing: Leading change, advancing health. Washington, DC: National Academies Press.