when there is a police officer driving behind us. Suddenly every thought, every movement, even every reflex becomes a conscious act, and our nervousness and agitation can cause us to make mistakes that we would not normally make. The same holds true for a veteran nurse who can, under normal circumstances, handle a load of seven patients with the ease that is only brought about by years of experience and training. However, when this same nurse is placed under a microscope, belittled and harassed by those who may be a little more knowledgeable in certain areas such as technology, he or she can make mistakes that would not otherwise be made. Just as a graduate nurse can make unnecessary mistakes when constantly harangued by established nurses, the same can hold true for our treasured seasoned nurses. No one can function at their best level when they are nervous or agitated. In the profession of nursing, however, a nurse who is not functioning at his or her best can result in dire or even deadly consequences. What is the solution? How can we retain our nurses who have a wealth of experience to share, but who work among less patient, less admiring younger coworkers? The solution needs to lie with the management and with the initiation of a no-tolerance policy against bullying, berating, or belittling in any way, regardless if it is directed at the newly hired or those who are near retirement - See more at: nursetogether/nursing-and-bullying-same-name-new-target#sthash.qbMhLYZZ.dpuf
Posted on: Fri, 01 Nov 2013 12:59:57 +0000
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