4 steps to repairing a toxic cultureNovember 12, 2019Psychological safety, shared vision, staff ownership, and success celebration Takeaways: Signs of a toxic culture include: gossip and negativity, high absenteeism and turnover, bullying and incivility, leadership distrust, lack…
Accused of workplace bullying: What happens next?March 29, 2019If an informal resolution can’t be achieved, follow your organization’s investigation protocol. Takeaways: Workplace bullying is abusive conduct that is threatening, humiliating, or intimidating and interferes with a productive…
ANA looks to bipartisan legislative solutions in 2019March 13, 2019One of the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) most critical functions is to promote and implement a federal legislative agenda that elevates nursing and improves patient care. In 2019,…
ANA on the Frontline, March 2019March 13, 2019Learn about the top issues facing ANA member nurses, how ANA is working for you, and what ANA is doing to advance nursing. In this issue: Nurses advocating…
Called to serveMarch 13, 2019RN elected to Florida legislature shares her insights. WHEN she saw an open seat in the Florida House of Representatives, Janegale Boyd, RN, decided to take a chance…
Compassionate ConnectionsMarch 13, 2019Improve outcomes, promote trust, and keep patients safe. Takeaways: Creating meaningful, compassionate connections with patients can improve outcomes, promote trust, and help patients feel safe while their hospitalized.…
How dirty is your cellphone?March 12, 2019You wash your hands…maybe you should clean your phone PATIENT SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK is March 10-16, 2019. Are you aware of these facts? Preventable medical errors are the…
Implementation: The linchpin of evidence-based practice changesMarch 12, 2019Take a strategic approach to translating research into practice. Implementation is a major step in the evidence-based practice (EBP) process that’s often underappreciated and under-resourced, resulting in delays…
March 2019 Vol. 14 No. 2March 13, 2019Many articles have been written about nurse bullying and incivility. Topics range from building a culture of civility to addressing specific instances of bullying. But what if you’re…
Nursing informatics: The EHR and beyondMarch 12, 2019Informatics nurses increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance patients’ lives. Takeaways: Informatics nurses expand their reach beyond direct patient care but still experience the rewards of helping people…
Predictive analytics, clinical decision support, and the future of sepsis treatmentMarch 31, 2021Use data to make predictions, recommend interventions, and improve outcomes. Takeaways: Data can be used to learn from the past, predict the future, and take action now. Clinical…
Reader Feedback: March 2019March 13, 2019Supporting veterans with substance use disorder Veterans are considered to be highly affected by the increased amount of pressure put on them…while in combat. One of the issues…
The unique device identifier and nursingMarch 13, 2019What you need to know for reporting and patient safety TO PROMOTE patient health and safety, nurses need to learn about and incorporate activities related to medical devices’…
Tube feeding aspirationMarch 12, 2019Know the signs and symptoms of tube feeding aspiration: increased blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate; decreased oxygen saturation; and new onset audible rhonchi and wheezes.
We are innovatorsMarch 12, 2019ANA helps advance nurses’ ideas. THE OLD PROVERB “Necessity is the mother of invention” resonates with many of us. Nurses are resourceful on a daily basis—from finding innovative…
When a BON disciplinary process is based on substance use disorder: Part 1March 13, 2019This first in a two-part series reviews the complaint process and approach alternatives. Takeaways: Nurses misuse drugs to the same extent as the general population. Boards of nursing have…
Nursing informatics: The EHR and beyondBy: Tanna L. Nelson, MSN, RN-BC, CPHIMS, and Cheryl D. Parker, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, FHIMSS
Predictive analytics, clinical decision support, and the future of sepsis treatmentBy: April Saathoff, DNP, RN, CPHIMS
The unique device identifier and nursingBy: Denise Maxwell-Downing, MS, RN, CNOR, and Carol J. Bickford, PhD, RN-BC, CPHIMS, FHIMSS, FAMIA, FAAN
When a BON disciplinary process is based on substance use disorder: Part 1By: Nancy J. Brent, MS, JD, RN
