Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to Colleen J Goode.
Increased registered nurse vacancy rates have resulted in new graduates being assigned to care for high acuity patients with complex needs. The authors discuss the research related to new graduate preparation, identify the need for a standardized accredited national residency program, and describe a demonstration project under way in academic health centers.
Many hospitals are working to improve the work environment for their staff. Research has indicated a linkage between work environment characteristics and patient outcomes and this research along with the nursing shortage has been the impetus for focusing on improving the work environment. The authors described the experience of an academic medical center hospital in achieving Magnet hospital status. The process and the required resources and support are discussed. Outcome data from staff nurses regarding their perception of the work environment in a Magnet hospital are presented.
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