June 6th, 2023
This past week, AMN Healthcare released its latest nursing survey. To say the results are alarming is an understatement. Sadly though, I am not surprised. Several stats grabbed my attention and my heart. Here are a few:
Only 15% of nurses ...
May 29th, 2023
Have you ever worked for someone who made lots of promises but never followed through? I have, and it caused frustration, distrust, and high turnover.
Leadership is more about actions than words. True leaders understand that their actions have a profound ...
May 23rd, 2023
In healthcare, exceptional customer service is a top priority. However, even the most well-intentioned organizations may stumble and deliver a subpar patient experience. The true measure of a company's commitment to customer satisfaction lies in its ability to recover from ...
May 15th, 2023
Creating a positive workplace culture is essential but it won’t happen by sheer will. It's not enough to simply communicate the mission and vision once and expect the desired culture to manifest itself and stick. To truly shape your desired ...
May 9th, 2023
Company culture plays a vital role in shaping the success of any organization, regardless of the industry. In healthcare, where the stakes are high and the work is demanding, a strong company culture is critical. A healthcare organization's culture influences employee ...
May 2nd, 2023
In today's fast-paced and constantly changing world, effective leadership skills are more critical than ever. As organizations navigate new challenges, they need strong leaders to guide teams through uncertainty and achieve success. But becoming an effective leader doesn't happen by ...
April 25th, 2023
Healthcare customer service is a critical component of delivering quality patient care. Patients and their families expect to be treated with kindness, empathy, and respect. Their experiences with healthcare providers can significantly impact their overall satisfaction with the care they ...
April 18th, 2023
Did you know that having fun at work is not just a luxury but a necessity for your well-being and productivity? Working in a medical setting, you know better than anyone that the work can be challenging, stressful, and emotionally ...
April 10th, 2023
As healthcare struggles with staffing shortages, I’m continually baffled by the lack of flexible scheduling for nurses. This past week I spoke with a young nurse who told me she wants to continue working at the bedside but cannot work ...
April 3rd, 2023
Successful workplaces thrive on employee engagement. Leaders can effectively motivate and engage employees, by first understanding employees' unique perspectives and preferences. What motivates one worker may fall flat for another. In their book, The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Work ...