Ask the nursing expert … about filling leadership positions
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Mar 02, 2013
I have three leadership positions open in my facility and I just can’t seem to find what I am looking for. Any suggestions?
Ask the nursing expert… How to get staff to work during bad weather, and how to deal with tardy...
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Jan 02, 2013
We have just had a run of very bad weather and, as usual, I had several nursing staff call off work. Department heads are never encouraged to come in and help us out. Do you have any suggestions on how...
Ask the nursing expert: How can I get new nurses to focus on performance instead of pay?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Nov 02, 2012
I am a seasoned director of nursing, but I’m currently having problems with newer nurses focusing on their hourly pay rate vs. the quality of their nursing practice.
How should I handle a young, salary-obsessed nurse?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Oct 01, 2012
Start by reviewing her resume, if you haven’t already, to get a better idea of her career background. This will probably take more than one discussion.
Ask the nursing expert: How can I learn to write a Plan of Correction?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Jun 05, 2012
I learned how to write the Plan of Correction from a more seasoned director of nursing colleague of mine. Odds are there is somebody you know or look up to in the profession who might be able to give you...
Ask the nursing expert: How can I keep key nursing staff in the face of cutbacks?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Apr 02, 2012
In this era of ever-increasing clinical needs and critical thinking with our medically complex patients, continuing education is desperately needed.
Ask the nursing expert: What can I do to support professional growth?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Feb 01, 2012
Focus on commitment and ensuring a culture of support. I find that sharing your commitment to providing the best care in an atmosphere of continuous quality improvement and ongoing demonstration of your...
Ask the nursing expert: Is goal-setting realistic for nursing departments?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Jan 03, 2012
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
Ask the nursing expert: How do I establish short- and long-term goals with my unit managers?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Nov 01, 2011
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
Ask the nursing expert: How do I balance administrative tasks with resident and family meetings?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Aug 02, 2011
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, President, Maryland NADONA/LTC