Two leaders share their insights and strategies to help CNOs work together with staff and problem solve.
Right now, it seems like every day there are new cases of nurses striking or unionizing at health systems all across the country.
Nurses are frustrated, and the recent union activity is indicative of large, widespread problems in the nursing industry with staffing, work environment, and nurse wellbeing. While it is the CNO’s responsibility to address those issues and to facilitate those conversations, it can be quite difficult.
Here's what CNOs should know about preparing for strikes.
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G Hatfield is the nursing editor for HealthLeaders.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
CNOs should develop a contingency plan that they can use in case their nurses go on strike.
The plan should cover how to continue operations during a strike, and how to reallocate resources.
Leaders should work together with unions for the benefit of the nurses.