Is nursing management in your future?

Article Abstract:

Career advancement and assuming a management position increases the nurse's scope of responsibility and requires a greater variety of skills and knowledge. As new nurses plan their future and educational needs, they can benefit from an understanding of the different organizational roles open to them and the competencies they will need to be successful. Some programs with new standards for advanced education for different entry levels in nursing as well as non-nursing administration programs are discussed.

Evaluation, Professional development

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No brawn needed: Develop and implement a lift team policy to improve outcomes

Article Abstract:

Problems in co-ordination between staff members generally lead to health problems for them, particularly severe backaches. Staff members should realize the danger caused to their health when they manually lift, transfer or reposition patients without using assistance from other staff or equipment.

Health aspects, Practice, Patients, Patient care, Lifting and carrying

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