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A new survey conducted by Nurse.com for the 2024 Nurse Salary and Job Satisfaction Report revealed a concerning trend in workplace violence in post-acutecare settings. 59% of nurses in long-term care experienced verbal abuse, and 24% experienced physical assault or abuse. Below are some findings from the survey.
Workplace violence in healthcare settings, especially in acutecare environments, is a pressing issue. In the high-stress world of acutecare, where emotions can run high, issues can quickly escalate. Active bystanders can play a vital role in diffusing tense situations before they escalate into violence.
Weekly instances of violence As part of its 2024 Nurse Salary and Job Satisfaction Report , Nurse.com surveyed 1,635 nurses across the post-acutecare setting. Employing verbal de-escalation techniques, as well as escape techniques. Recognizing signs of imminent violence, such as verbal abuse and aggressive body language.
These were: Nurses in acutecare and ambulatory settings were more likely to say that work has a negative effect on their mental health and well-being. Provide training and education in a safe and open environment for nurses and other staff on how to recognize, de-escalate, and manage violent situations.
These were: Nurses in acutecare and ambulatory settings were more likely to say that work has a negative effect on their mental health and well-being. Provide training and education in a safe and open environment for nurses and other staff on how to recognize, de-escalate, and manage violent situations.
These were: Nurses in acutecare and ambulatory settings were more likely to say that work has a negative effect on their mental health and well-being. Provide training and education in a safe and open environment for nurses and other staff on how to recognize, de-escalate, and manage violent situations.
Implement de-escalation protocols and education, including active-shooter drills. Outcome regression models revealed that a 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio would have decreased the number of patient deaths and reduced patient length of stay by a total of 40,000 days, saving the healthcare systems a combined $117 million per year.
Implement de-escalation protocols and education, including active-shooter drills. Outcome regression models revealed that a 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio would have decreased the number of patient deaths and reduced patient length of stay by a total of 40,000 days, saving the healthcare systems a combined $117 million per year.
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