Monthly Archives: June 2012

Toxic Substances at Work

Posted on June 28, 2012 by

There’s a lot of talk these days about “toxic workplaces” and how nurses and other healthcare workers suffer from workplaces that are rife with incivility, bullying, and other interpersonal issues. However, some facilities are also toxic in the literal sense … Continue reading →

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Brushing Up Your Resume

Posted on June 25, 2012 by

If you’re thinking of looking for a new job, or simply want to be ready when you decide to do so, brushing up your resume is a great way to have this most important career advancement tool polished and ready … Continue reading →

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Trouble at Work? Document It!

Posted on June 21, 2012 by

If you’re having challenges at work—whether with a colleague or another issue—clearly documenting what’s happening in chronological order is an important exercise that can be of great help when seeking resolution or assistance.

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Two Ways to Improve Working Relationships

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

If you would like to improve the nature of your collaborative professional relationships with colleagues (whether nurses or non-nurses), there are several key things to keep in mind as you navigate the interpersonal aspects of your nursing career and collegial … Continue reading →

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Speaking For Yourself

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

Sometimes, it seems like healthcare professionals are forced into a corner, and we find ourselves “towing the line” and speaking to patients and clients in a way that feels prescribed rather than genuine. Some facilities are even asking us to … Continue reading →

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Five Essential Books For Nurses

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

There are a plethora of books about nursing out there in the market place. This is my current list of my five favorites, and I welcome comments about what books about nursing live on your bookshelf.

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Does Your Silence Equal Complicity?

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

When nurses witness other nurses being bullied, teased, harassed or humiliated by other nurses—or any other health care colleagues, for that matter—not speaking up or defending the person being bullied is essentially complicity with the act of bullying.

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Staying Aware and Awake

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

Oftentimes, when we do a job day in and day out—even where patient care is involved—things can become predictable, including our reactions and our actions. Staying aware and awake is crucial to providing good nursing care. We must be awake … Continue reading →

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