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How did they do that?

Article Abstract:

Research tactics and result highlights from a study commissioned by the Institute of Medicine on future nursing staff needs has been presented. The researchers defined their study variables including what the words quality of care, a nurse, adequate staffing, and need are, proceeded to identify answerable questions, and then used a variety of tactics to answer them. Findings included the future need for more highly skilled nurses and working environments that respect their expertise.

Supply and demand

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Beastly behavior

Article Abstract:

Nurses and other health care workers' behavior can be humorously yet accurately analogized to animal behavior to show organizational problems. For example, nurse chickens, ostriches, turkeys and peacocks are problem types who may complain, blame, strut and avoid responsibility. Contrariwise, eagles, owls, warblers, doves and woodpeckers are beneficial types who can inspire and improve the workplace.

Humor and anecdotes

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Ethics, discipline and discharge

Article Abstract:

Managers have come to the realization that punishment is counterproductive, and employee discipline has become a collegial training. Such training requires self-discipline on the part of the employee, requiring knowledge of the rules and internalization of them. When discharge is considered, an employee first has every opportunity to improve performance and is also not given disparate treatment.

Employee discipline

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