Nurses are not machines, although it may seem like they are due to their superpower-like ability to stay steadfast in the face of chaos and work long hours. More and more nurse leaders are asking for legislation change and bringing light to the dire need to start caring for our nurses—the right way.
A recent article by Curtis Anderson, CEO of Nursa, published in Staffing Industry Analysts, explores the importance of individual connection with nurses as a way to mitigate burnout. In the article, Anderson considers the results of a HIMSS survey and explores the use of technology in helping nurses feel more like “I” than “it.”
“Communication is so important,” explains Beatriz, an interviewee who shares her appreciation for the way her manager recognizes her needs both inside and outside the workplace. “It makes me feel seen and cared about as a person and as a clinician.”
Nurses are under high levels of stress. According to this HIMSS survey, not only are a majority of nurses emotionally drained and physically exhausted, but “68% believe their efforts aren’t adequately recognized or appreciated.”
So, how can nurse leaders and managers make nurses feel more like “I”?
Analysing the survey results, Anderson points out the use of technology to strengthen personal connections with nurses and the use of staffing platforms or health system mobile apps to improve communication.
He explores three areas in which the use of technology can deepen connections with individual nurses for better work experiences:
- Offering forums where nurses can share ideas and feel more empowered
- Streamlining communications with managers and creating “one-to-one” coaching opportunities
- Using platforms to facilitate access to professional development resources
If you want to learn more about what causes burnout for clinicians and find targeted strategies you can put to use in your workplace, check out “Practical Strategies to Prevent Nurses from Burning Out.”
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