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Addressing Workplace Violence in Post-Acute Care

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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-acute care 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.

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Post-Acute Care Training Promotes Employees as an Asset

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It is probably no surprise to you that your post-acute care (PAC) organization’s biggest asset is its employees. Administrators are in a position to recognize their staff’s value and foster a work environment that attracts employees and keeps them coming back.

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5 Women Nursing You Need to Know About Today

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She is also the founder of the nonprofit organization, Partners in Health and Navajo Nation COVID-19 Relief. Pat Cullen Cullen is the general secretary and chief officer of the Royal College Nursing, which has been organizing strikes in the U.K. to increase nurse wages.

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Building High-Reliability in Healthcare: Principles and Strategies

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In today’s complex healthcare environment, consistently delivering safe, high-quality care is both challenging and necessary. High reliability in healthcare is essential for minimizing errors, improving patient outcomes, and embedding a culture of safety in every aspect of care delivery.

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Nursing Leadership: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

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Every nurse has the potential to lead, whether on the front line, in their unit, or as a resource for others. Good nursing leadership improves patient outcomes, reduces medical errors, and improves staff retention — benefiting patients and healthcare organizations. But the goal is clear.

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Healthcare Workforce Safety: Nurse Safety and Patient Safety Go Hand in Hand

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Nurses and other healthcare staff rely on safe working environments, capable leaders, support for personal well-being, and of course, respect. Patients depend on competent, compassionate care, physical security, and the satisfaction of knowing they’re well cared for. Continually reevaluate safe patient-to-nurse ratios.

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Healthcare Workforce Safety: Nurse Safety and Patient Safety Go Hand in Hand

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Nurses and other healthcare staff rely on safe working environments, capable leaders, support for personal well-being, and of course, respect. Patients depend on competent, compassionate care, physical security, and the satisfaction of knowing they’re well cared for. Continually reevaluate safe patient-to-nurse ratios.