Oh sure, embarking on becoming a Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) comes with the massive perk of RNAO support, resources and funding, but what does that really translate into for an organization implementing best practice guidelines (BPG)? During the BPSO Symposium at RNAO’s spring AGM, seven organizations from around the world shared specific gains they have seen as a result of their designation. More than one common theme emerged, but the most important was that being a BPSO allowed for massive organization-wide policy change, as well as a significant culture shift. And both were driven by staff and patient engagement that many nurses pursuing evidence-based practice had only dreamed of. 

Here’s a more in-depth look at the impact of being a BPSO at two very different places in two different nations…