Nurses Drive Innovation at MUMC+ to Transform Healthcare
Maastricht, Friday, 28 November 2025.
At MUMC+, nurses are empowered to spearhead healthcare innovation, enhancing patient care and efficiency by integrating frontline insights into new technologies and processes.
Empowering Nurses for Innovative Roles
At Maastricht UMC+ (MUMC+), a transformative movement is underway where nurses are being actively encouraged to develop skills essential for leading innovation. This initiative is not merely a project but a strategic task that involves cultivating leadership skills and engaging with innovation processes like the Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles [1][2].
Strategic Support Structures
The establishment of the Verpleegkundig Stafconvent (VSC) marks a significant enhancement in the strategic involvement of nurses at MUMC+. With this structural development, nurses hold a permanent position in strategic decision-making, paralleling the role of the medical staff within the hospital’s governance [3][4].
Innovative Patient Communication
In response to patient feedback, MUMC+ has initiated strategies to improve patient education and communication. For instance, the Cardiology and Oncology-Hematology departments have introduced digital educational tools, such as short informational videos, to provide patients and their families with accessible and consistent information, enhancing their overall care experience [1][2].
Broader Implications for Healthcare
The focus on empowering nurses at MUMC+ is part of a larger trend in the healthcare sector to integrate insights from frontline staff into organizational innovation. This approach aims to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiencies, setting a precedent for healthcare institutions across the Netherlands and potentially globally [1][3][4].