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Communication, Clinical Competence, And More: What Are the Top Skills to Be a Nurse?

Post University

Key soft skills include: Communication and Interpersonal Skills Communication is at the heart of everything nurses do. This enables them to understand and interact with their patients. To be effective communicators, nurses should master essentials such as active listening and nonverbal communication skills.

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Nurse-led case management of bariatric-surgery patients shows promise

American Nurse

. “The care planning and the interventions found in the selected studies revealed a diversity of findings that mostly converge on a PCC ( Patient-centered Care ) model,” wrote the authors in their study published in Obesity Reviews. ” The authors note, however, that it is unclear how long these interventions should last.

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Why Representation in Nursing is Important

Diversity Nursing

Here are a few reasons why representation in Nursing is important: Cultural Competence Patients come from diverse cultural backgrounds, and having Nurses who reflect this diversity helps in providing culturally competent care. Understanding the communication norms of patients from different cultural backgrounds is equally important.

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Understanding Racial Concordance In The Nursing Field

Diversity Nursing

Racial concordance signifies the connection between the racial or ethnic backgrounds of patients and their healthcare providers, showcasing its profound impact on patient care, communication, trust, and overall health outcomes.

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Top 10 Attributes of a Great Nurse

Diversity Nursing

Great Nurses bring their best qualities into the profession to enhance the healthcare team and promote positive patient outcomes. High-Quality Communication Skills: A great Nurse must be proficient in effective communication. When small details go overlooked, medication, communication, and documentation errors can occur.

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Health Systems Investing in DEI: A Closer Look

Diversity Nursing

Healthcare organizations and hospitals are making significant investments in initiatives focused on promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in order to cultivate a dynamic and talented workforce for the future. By promoting diversity and inclusion, hospitals aim to address these disparities and provide equitable care to all patients.

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5 strategies to foster a healthy and productive working environment for nurses

Nurse Deck

Medical facilities have a high-stress environment because everyone has to be on their feet to save lives and achieve patient satisfaction. Practice open communication Some problems are only given attention when they become worse and hard to resolve. Communication lines should be open at both ends.