Break the bullying cycle
Commonplace in nursing, bullying jeopardizes nurse retention, staff morale, and patient safety. This article explores ways to banish bullying and create a healthier work…
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The impaired nurse: Would you know what to do if you suspected substance abuse?
Check your knowledge of substance abuse in nurses.
Viewpoint: Interprofessional collaboration and the future of health care
Transitional care expert Mary Naylor, PhD, FAAN, RN, discusses interprofessional collaboration.
From our readers…Strengthening nursing networks
Have you ever wondered what happened to the student who studied with you for that beginning med-surg test or the instructor who helped you…
Can a nurse be too old to work at the bedside?
A recent New York Times article begged the question, “How old is too old for doctors to continue practicing medicine?”
Motivational interviewing: A collaborative path to change
Michael had diabetes and a history of elevated blood glucose levels. A long-time drinker, he seemed to have no interest in giving up the…
From our readers…Mentoring the community: Sharing secrets with rival hospitals
If you are involved in a project or program that is truly awesome, why not share it with other nursing units or even neighboring…
Avoiding preceptor burnout
Lack of preparation and training, added responsibilities, and poor compensation can cause burnout in nurse preceptors.
Remedying role confusion: Differentiating RN and LPN roles
When the lines between RN’s and LPN’s practice roles got blurry, nurses initiated a comprehensive process to clearly define and demarcate these roles.
The rewards of extern-preceptor relationships
An extern program can benefit nursing students and preceptors.
Collaboration brings an innovative approach to nursing education
Working with local hospitals, a Texas consortium of nursing schools developed learning modules to improve new nurse graduates’ preparation for practice.
Break the bullying cycle
Commonplace in nursing, bullying jeopardizes nurse retention, staff morale, and patient safety. This article explores ways to banish bullying and create a…
The impaired nurse: Would you know what to do if you suspected substance abuse?
Check your knowledge of substance abuse in nurses.
Viewpoint: Interprofessional collaboration and the future of health care
Transitional care expert Mary Naylor, PhD, FAAN, RN, discusses interprofessional collaboration.
From our readers…Strengthening nursing networks
Have you ever wondered what happened to the student who studied with you for that beginning med-surg test or the instructor who…
Can a nurse be too old to work at the bedside?
A recent New York Times article begged the question, “How old is too old for doctors to continue practicing medicine?”
Motivational interviewing: A collaborative path to change
Michael had diabetes and a history of elevated blood glucose levels. A long-time drinker, he seemed to have no interest in giving…
From our readers…Mentoring the community: Sharing secrets with rival hospitals
If you are involved in a project or program that is truly awesome, why not share it with other nursing units or…
Avoiding preceptor burnout
Lack of preparation and training, added responsibilities, and poor compensation can cause burnout in nurse preceptors.
Remedying role confusion: Differentiating RN and LPN roles
When the lines between RN’s and LPN’s practice roles got blurry, nurses initiated a comprehensive process to clearly define and demarcate these…
The rewards of extern-preceptor relationships
An extern program can benefit nursing students and preceptors.
Collaboration brings an innovative approach to nursing education
Working with local hospitals, a Texas consortium of nursing schools developed learning modules to improve new nurse graduates’ preparation for practice.