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How to Strengthen the Preceptor–New Graduate Nurse Relationship

The preceptor–new graduate nurse relationship can make or break a nurse's transition into practice. Before a new nurse fully finds their footing, the tone set in those first weeks shapes whether they stay, thrive, or quietly walk away.

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Addressing the Escalation of Violence in Healthcare

Violence in healthcare is an issue that The Healthy Workforce Institute takes seriously. Our mission is to create healthy workforce's within healthcare organizations by eliminating bullying and incivility and creating cultures of professionalism, caring, and respectful communication....
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Transform Healthcare by Turning Nurses Into Wolf Packs

You're probably asking yourself what how wolf packs could transform healthcare. I understand your confusion, but just stay tuned. I recently spoke with a newer nurse who was struggling with the reality versus the fantasy...
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5 Ways to Create a Speak Up Culture in Healthcare

It's important to create a "speak up" culture where staff members feel comfortable going to management when delicate problems arise. This is especially true in healthcare, where one persons decisions have the potential to affect...
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How to Avoid Hiring a Bully in Your Hospital

We all want to do a great job as a leader, and that means not hiring a bully. Have you ever interviewed someone whom you thought was a perfect fit for your unit? Perhaps she...
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10 Things Leaders Need to Know About Their Employees

A disconnect exists between employees and management. I see it in every organization and in every department or unit. Although some departments are more collaborative (think shared governance), others have constructed a divide so wide...
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Tackling Workplace Bullying: Q&A Will Show the Way!

Over the years, I’ve been interviewed hundreds of times by numerous people who want to help their readers (mostly nurses) learn more about how to stop workplace bullying. If you’re reading this, it's likely that...
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You Fired Your Bully. Do You Tell Your Staff?

Have you ever fired a bully? Did you wonder how to tell your staff or if you even should? Let's say you’re a manager in an ICU and just fired one of your older, experienced...
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7 Actions to Take if You Witness Workplace Bullying

Have you ever wondered what you should do if you witness bullying? Many of us have witnessed bullying and/or incivility against others but have kept silent. Sometimes, we're just thankful the bully’s focus is on...
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