Dr Karen Wade

11/01/2024

Are you uncertain whether to stay in your current job or move on? "Career Clarity for Nurses" is here to help you make that decision with confidence and clarity.

Written by Dr. Karen Wade, this book is packed with tools to help you transform stress into calm, cultivate supportive work relationships, and discover what truly makes you happy in your career.

Empower yourself:


https://drkarenwade.com/books/

10/30/2024

Are you ready for the future of nursing?

A new report reveals a shifting landscape for nurses by 2028, with an expected surplus of nearly 30,000 registered nurses but critical shortages of nurse practitioners and assistants.

These imbalances could disrupt healthcare services nationwide. Healthcare leaders must prioritize recruitment, retention, and innovative workplace strategies.


https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/cno/will-there-be-surplus-nurses-2028-it-depends

A new report predicts a surplus of some nurses, but a shortage of others.

10/28/2024

A recent study reveals the positive effects of therapy dogs on the mental health of healthcare professionals.

At the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the Buckeye Paws program has shown that interaction with therapy dogs significantly reduces stress and emotional exhaustion among staff in surgical and intensive care.

Read more:


https://www.thecheyennepost.com/lifestyles/health/therapy-dogs-can-ease-nurses-doctors-stress-too/article_c99eeb18-7e3a-51e9-a504-9e3bb21331d2.html

Key Takeaways

10/25/2024

Thriving in the demanding field of nursing requires resilience and innovation.

As healthcare evolves, so must our approach to supporting our nurses. From utilizing cutting-edge technologies like virtual patient care to fostering open dialogue and implementing wellness initiatives, commit to enhancing work environments and prioritizing mental and physical well-being.

Let's empower our nursing workforce.


https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/cno/nursing-needs-reality-check-changing-expectations

Nursing and the expectations of the job have changed drastically in recent years, and CNOs need to understand why to pivot their strategies.

10/23/2024

Do you want to enhance your leadership skills and build a positive work culture? Dive into the world of Radical Candora leadership approach that combines caring personally with challenging directly.

Whether you struggle with giving or receiving feedback, Radical Candor offers the tools to do so effectively and kindly.

Are you ready to lead with intention, specificity, and openness?


https://healthyworkforceinstitute.com/creating-a-healthy-work-culture-with-radical-candor/

Discover how Radical Candor in healthcare leadership can help create a healthy and respectful work culture by promoting clear and honest feedback.

10/21/2024

Struggling with employee retention in healthcare?

Effective leadership communication can make a huge difference. Many healthcare workers have made significant sacrifices, and improving how leaders communicate can help reduce turnover and burnout. While it's challenging to tackle industry-wide issues, enhancing team interactions and expressing genuine appreciation can foster a healthier work environment.

Check out the link below and think about what you can do to make a difference:

https://www.renalandurologynews.com/features/how-to-retain-employees-in-healthcare/

Positive leadership communication can be an effective tool to reduce turnover and burnout among employees in the healthcare industry.

10/18/2024

Teaching hospitals are struggling to fill thousands of nursing vacancies due to a shortage of nurses and other health care professionals.

In response, these hospitals have implemented creative strategies such as offering financial incentives, tuition reimbursement, and flexible scheduling to attract more candidates and help fill critical roles.

https://www.aamc.org/news-insights/teaching-hospitals-are-facing-thousands-nursing-vacancies-heres-how-theyre-getting-creative-fill

From virtual ICUs and paid education to pipeline programs, academic medical centers are stepping up to fill the need for more trained nurses.

10/16/2024

Nurse burnout is a serious problem in healthcare, and it is an even bigger concern for younger nurses who are just beginning their careers. Studies show that nurses in the early stages of their careers are particularly vulnerable to burnout due to the high demands of the profession, as well as a lack of resources and support from their employers. In order to combat this issue, healthcare systems need to invest more into programs that provide better access to mental health services, job training, and professional development opportunities for young nurses.

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Nurse burnout has been on the radar of healthcare leaders for several years now, and there’s no doubt the Covid pandemic has turned a problem into a crisis. One aspect of nurse burnout that has come to the forefront is how it’s affecting younger nurses.

10/14/2024

Healthcare firms are facing a perfect storm when it comes to nursing staff.
After the pandemic, baby boomer nurses expedited their retirement plans. The supply of new nurses is also constrained due to a lack of nursing school teachers. All age groups of nurses are looking for greater flexibility, autonomy, and work-life balance.
Three healthcare professionals addressed how hospitals and health systems might use technology to develop a neighborhood per diem nurse pool and lessen employee burnout at a December Becker's Hospital Review webinar sponsored by CareRev.

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/nursing/ways-to-reduce-turnover-among-overburdened-front-line-nurses-staffing-technology-and-local-per-diem-pools.html

When it comes to nursing staff, healthcare organizations are experiencing a perfect storm.

10/11/2024

Working in the healthcare industry can be rewarding, but it can also cause moral injury, which is not often discussed or understood. Moral injury is the feeling that one has done something wrong or violated a personal code of ethics; for healthcare workers, it may arise from situations in which they are unable to provide adequate care due to resource issues or other challenges. Healthcare workers should be aware of this problem and look for ways to mitigate it by seeking out mental health resources and engaging in self-care activities such as talking with supportive colleagues or taking regular breaks.

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/workforce/viewpoint-healthcare-workers-face-moral-injury-not-just-burnout.html

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10/04/2024

The healthcare industry is expected to experience an increased demand for labor in the coming years, with the number of jobs expected to grow by significantly this year alone. Nurses and other healthcare professionals may be dealing with burnout as time goes on.

https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/healthcare-labor-trends-2023/641352/

A rise in union activity could also persist as the sector continues recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.

10/02/2024

Nurse understaffing has become an increasingly serious problem in hospitals across the US, with reports indicating that patients are dying at alarmingly higher rates due to inadequate staffing levels. Recent studies have demonstrated a strong correlation between nurse staffing levels and patient outcomes, suggesting that increases in nurse staffing could drastically reduce mortality rates in hospitals.

https://medcitynews.com/2023/02/report-nurse-understaffing-is-becoming-more-deadly-for-patients/

More than 90% of nurses in Michigan believe that understaffing is negatively affecting the quality of care they’re able to provide, according to a new report. The percentage of respondents who know of a patient death being caused by nurses being assigned too many patients nearly doubled in the pas...

09/30/2024

Burnout and a lack of support are only some of the ​issues that nurses are facing right now.

According to a report, "60% of nurses love being a nurse, 62% are concerned about the future of nursing."

What's the future of nursing like? Let's ​ask the nurses themselves:


https://nurse.org/articles/state-of-nursing-2023/

Findings from the 2023 State of Nursing survey around the nursing shortage, the current state of the nursing profession and more.

09/27/2024

Dr. Karen Wade has a unique blend of expertise in organizational psychology and psychiatric mental health nursing, honed over 40 years.

After the tragic loss of her son, she shifted her focus to enhancing mental health systems. From working on the frontlines as a travel nurse to leading initiatives for su***de prevention and young adult wellbeing, Dr. Wade is dedicated to making a significant impact on mental health care.

Learn more about her inspiring journey and commitment to mental health. Check out the link below to see her story and what she can offer you:

https://drkarenwade.com/about-karen/

About Dr. Karen Wade Professional Biography Dr. Karen Wade is an organizational psychologist and registered nurse with over 40 years of experience in roles spanning direct patient care, program design and outcomes evaluation, project management, and leadership development/talent management. The firs...

09/25/2024

Burnout remains a significant barrier to retaining dedicated health care workers.

Factors such as limited decision-making control, long-term stress, and lack of support from leadership contribute to this pervasive issue. Both clinician-level and organizational-level solutions are necessary to foster healthier work environments.

For a comprehensive understanding and actionable insights, read the full article here:

https://www.clinicaladvisor.com/features/health-care-worker-burnout/

Factors that contribute to burnout include having little control over decisions, long-standing stressful situations, and a perceived lack of support from leaders.

09/23/2024

Nurse burnout is a significant factor contributing to high turnover rates in assisted living communities. Turnover rates hover around 40%, making it tough to maintain sustainable practices and effective leadership in care oversight.

Addressing burnout involves a comprehensive approach to improve workplace conditions. Learn more about strategies to combat nurse burnout and improve retention rates by reading the full article.

https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/news/improving-workplace-can-lower-assisted-living-nurse-turnover-rates-decrease-burnout/

Understanding the factors that contribute to burnout among assisted living nurses can drive interventions to ease high turnover rates, according to an expert in the field.

09/20/2024

Nurse burnout is a critical issue, with nearly 20% projected to leave healthcare by 2027. What can be done to support these essential workers?

Interoperability of medical devices could be the key. By integrating multiple systems, we can streamline workflows and reduce the administrative burden on nurses, allowing them to focus on what truly matterspatient care.

Read more about how interoperability can combat nurse burnout and improve healthcare outcomes.

https://hitconsultant.net/2024/08/20/interoperability-the-missing-link-to-combat-nurse-burnout/

Interoperability of medical devices is not only a technical upgrade, but an important aspect in modernizing the healthcare space and enabling optimal nursing practice.

09/18/2024

Incorporating AI into healthcare is a team effort.

For nurse leaders, its crucial to be part of the decision-making process to ensure that AI tools are implemented smoothly and effectively.

By working closely with CNIOs, nurse leaders can bridge the gap between technology and clinical practice, ensuring that AI solutions truly enhance patient care. Discover more about the critical questions nurse leaders should ask about AI implementation in this insightful article.

https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/cno/5-questions-nurse-leaders-must-ask-about-ai

The 5 Rights of AI in Healthcare© framework can help guide nurse leaders with program implementation, says this CNIO.