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Illustration of a nurse standing in front of a pizza box.Healthy WorkforceCreating a Culture of RecognitionShowing appreciation is essential to retaining first-rate nursing staffEmily’s department was seriously understaffed, with a high turnover rate and a revolving door of new nurses that created a constant state of chaos. On one shift, the department leader...
Illustration of nurse waving at nurse manager sitting in front of computer.Healthy WorkforceHow to Confront a Bully as a Nurse LeaderPractical tips for dealing with bad behavior you don’t witness...in your area. RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, FAAN, CSP, is the CEO and founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute (healthyworkforceinstitute.com). JASMIN MORA is a freelance illustrator. Reach her at jasminmora.com....
Illustration of new grad nurse setting up an IV while other nurse scratches his head.Healthy WorkforceGetting New Grads Up to SpeedClose the preparation gap by cultivating a learning culture...we can create a culture where everyone helps each other to learn, grow, and reach their potential. RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, FAAN, CSP, is the CEO and founder of the...
USC Nurse Mary Reed wearing red scrubs and standing outside in front of the USC Ambulatory Care.My SpecialtyClinical Education, Mary Reed, USC Care and Ambulatory ServicesDesigning and delivering education for nurses and interdisciplinary teams...NPs, RNs, LPNs, medical assistants, and ophthalmology and radiology techs, I design and provide education for all of them. This means the education I design is not necessarily nursing-specific. For...
Healthy Workforce11 Ways to Celebrate your CoworkersThese acts of kindness will create a more positive workplace for everyone...connecting with coworkers in positive ways helps us all to be better nurses. RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, FAAN, CSP, is the CEO and founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute (healthyworkforceinstitute.com)....

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Nurse sitting against the wall in a hospital hallway, hand on forehead, feeling despair.Healthy WorkforceHow to Stop Cyberbullying in the WorkplaceHarassment is harassment whether in person or online...that can strengthen teamwork and connect nurses with each other. Let’s all agree to use them for those positive purposes! RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, FAAN, CSP, is the CEO and...
Nurse is getting scolded at by doctor about medical imaging, while another nurse smiles maliciously in the backgroundHealthy WorkforceDealing with a Treacherous CoworkerWhen a bully is a “snake in the grass”Katie, an experienced nurse new to the department, works with Doris, a unit veteran. While giving report at shift change, Doris tells Katie that it’s the day shift’s responsibility to...
Illustration of a nurse yelling at another nurse that has her hand covering her faceHealthy WorkforceBullying and RetaliationTaking action when you’re scared to speak upNo matter how hard she tries, new nurse Tameka can’t do anything right for Becky, one of the older, more experienced nurses. Becky constantly picks on Tameka during report and...
A Nurse in scrubs yelling with a finger pointedHealthy WorkforceThe Profanity ProblemWhen your seasoned nurses' language is a little too saltyYou’re the charge nurse on a busy labor & delivery unit. Although you like your role, you cringe any time Sandra is working. Sandra is quick to anger if she...
A nurse in scrubs smiling while holding out a coffee with a bow on itHealthy Workforce10 Tips for a Brighter Holiday SeasonSimple ways to keep the festive spirit vibrant in your workplace this yearThe holidays aren’t always such a joyous season for nurses. Health emergencies don’t take time off for holidays, critically ill patients still need round-the-clock care, and let’s not even mention...