Integrating Nursing Process and Theory: Bridging Practice and Academic Insights for Enhanced Patient Care

Abstract

The nursing process is a systematic, patient-centered approach that guides nurses in delivering high-quality care. It comprises five key steps: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation (Bellou, 2020).By following these stages, nurses can address patients' physical, emotional, and psychological needs comprehensively. The process promotes critical thinking and ensures that care is personalized, evidence-based, and goal-oriented (Chughtai et al., 2020). Each step is interconnected, forming a dynamic cycle that adapts to patients’ changing conditions. The nursing process is significant because it enhances consistency and accountability in care delivery, reduces errors, and improves patient outcomes. It also facilitates communication among healthcare team members, fostering collaboration. As a universal framework, the nursing process is integral to nursing education and practice worldwide (De Geus et al., 2020).