In this
issue
WELCOME
NURSING SCIENCE
Nursing Science and Sustainable Nursing Practice: Reimaging the Future of Care
Article Review: The environmental awareness of nurses as environmentally sustainable health care leaders: a mixed method analysis
EDUCATION
Enhancing Hospital Supply Efficiency and Cost Savings Through Lean 5S Methodology
From Kaizen to Care: Building Sustainable Change at Houston Methodist Clear Lake
Transforming Supply Room Efficiency in Labor and Delivery: Utilizing Lean and A3 Problem Solving
PRACTICE
BMAT for Acute Care HMCL - Kaizen Project
Green ICU Initiative: Building a Sustainable Critical Care Environment
Sustaining the Nursing Workforce Through Residency Programs
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Empowering Nurses Through Mentorship: Building Resilience and Leadership from Within
Introducing Kahuna: A Tool for Elevating Clinical Excellence
MAGNET
Professional Governance at Houston Methodist Baytown
Improving the Efficiency of Annual Critical Care Nursing Competencies by Incorporating High-Fidelity Simulation
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INTRODUCTIONWelcome to DiscoveRN!
This issue explores how Houston Methodist is shaping a sustainable future for nursing that is grounded in purpose, innovation, and connection. As healthcare evolves, nurses lead the way in creating resilient practices that benefit both people and the planet. In this edition, we explore initiatives like Green ICU, waste reduction, and process improvements, alongside the vital roles of mentorship and shared governance. We hope this issue inspires you to be the solution, not the pollution.
Faisal Masud, MD, FCCP, FCCM
Medical Director of Sustainability
Center for Critical Care
Houston Methodist Hospital