Abstract

Staff on a mother–baby unit of a large suburban Level II facility identified the need to provide specialized nursing care to women affected by opioids. The manager of the unit recognized inconsistencies in care and frustration expressed by women and staff. She recruited a CORE (Champion for our Opiate patients using Respectful and Relevant Engagement and Education) group of staff nurses to care for these women. CORE nurses received specialized education and resources and served as the primary nurses for women admitted to the unit with a positive urine drug screening result or a history of drug use during pregnancy. Having a CORE team has brought a consistent approach when providing care to families affected by opioids.

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