The Great Resignation is hitting the healthcare field hard. Many employees are quitting their positions and searching for better environments, more money, or a complete lifestyle change. That means retention is more important than ever if you want to keep your talent in-house. As you plan your New Year’s strategy, here are a few things… Read more »
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Did you know the first week in December is National Handwashing Awareness Week? And, with COVID cases spiking around the country, keeping our hands clean is one of the best lines of defense. So, get your workplace involved and have everyone brush up on their handwashing knowledge. Why Handwashing Works When you wash your hands, soap molecules act like crowbars. They pry dirt, oil, and germs from your skin. In addition, soap breaks down the outer membrane of many microorganisms and… Read more »
Even managers have bad days. But here’s the challenge: you can’t let your employees know you’re stuck in a rut or they could follow suit. Negativity is contagious, but so is positivity. If you feel stuck in a rut and don’t want your employees to notice, here are a few things you can do. Follow… Read more »
Have you considered working with contract nurses for your facility, hospital, or clinic? Maybe you’ve been concerned about partnering with a staffing agency because you’re worried about the quality of new hires. But there are many great reasons to work with a staffing partner and contract nurses. In fact, there are several signs that might… Read more »
Everyone knows that teamwork is an important part of any workplace experience. But it may be one of the most important aspects of working within the medical field. Everyone within a healthcare system is working hard to ensure that each patient gets the best care possible, so working together with all levels is essential. As… Read more »
It’s hard to find the right people for your unit, department, or clinic. And just when you think you might have the right resources, something changes to topple the entire house of cards. It can be devastating when your nursing staff is unable to function because of outside factors that make it difficult if not… Read more »
Hiring travel nurses is not at all the same experience as hiring permanent, local staff for your medical facility. So why are you trying to fit that square peg in the round hole? Before you spend an inordinate amount of time sourcing, prescreening, and hiring remote candidates for travel positions, consider working with a staffing… Read more »
Not all travel nursing providers are created equal. There will be aspects of any individual company that either work or don’t work for you as a medical professional. Don’t feel as though you can’t choose your provider or that you need to feel obligated to one service because they’ve worked with you in the past…. Read more »
Patient care is always the top priority for any medical professional. But how can you balance patient care, compassion, and the processes of your daily duties. It is important to keep not only the patients informed about the care they’re getting, but also their families. When facilities keep everyone in the loop, care and satisfaction… Read more »