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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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     Last week I had the honor of speaking at the 2nd Annual Hero Round Table in Flint Michigan. The conference brought together a diverse group of speakers from across the globe - Magicians, “freaks”,...
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Think a Policy Solves Nurse Bullying? Think Again.

  “Sarah looked forward to a more supportive work environ­ment once every employee signed the code of conduct forms. However, on her shift following the signing, the two bullies were at it again. Not only...
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Last week, my daughter Kaitlin shared an experience she had while walking her dog. She witnessed a man abusing his beagle. The man repeatedly yanked the beagle’s leg trying to force him to sit down...
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