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Study Finds Nurses Need More Work–Life Balance
Less than 10 percent of women working in health care report they are very satisfied with the balance of work and other responsibilities in their lives, and 45 percent say they must make a decision weekly that places their job and families at odds.
Flu Shots: Why Don’t More Nurses Get Them?
Flu season is fast approaching. Have you gotten a flu shot yet? If not, you are currently among the majority of nurses who choose not to get immunized annually, despite the urging of public health officials and nursing leaders.
Alert Issued on Dealing with Workplace Hostility
Disruptive or hostile behavior among health care professionals threatens patient satisfaction and safety, because when people feel too intimidated to speak up, errors can happen, warns a new Joint Commission Sentinel Event Alert.
Need for Infusion Nurses on the Rise
Several factors—including changes to reimbursement rules and the trend toward more outpatient care—have been increasing the demand for infusion nurses. These professionals are particularly skilled in inserting and caring for short-term IV lines and implanted devices, assessing for signs of infection or other problems, and educating patients about their infusion device’s proper care.
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