This Week in Nursing Five leading indicators, either individually or collectively, provide the best insight into whether or not an organization’s scheduling tools and processes are helping or hindering how clinicians manage costs and effectively care for patients.
Click here to learn more.  The relationship between transitions of care and medical errors is so clear, that leadership teams should be aware of what's required to protect patient safety. As the hurricane season continues to interrupt day-to-day normalcy for millions in and around the Caribbean, healthcare organizations in the affected areas—and elsewhere—should take steps to ensure that their linens remain safe for patient use. It is especially challenging for preceptors to manage their time when given the added responsibilities of working with preceptees. Only by developing their time management skills can preceptors gain perspective and control over their time in any effective way when working with preceptees.
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This must-have book will help you: - Explain the principles of critical thinking
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- Discuss the important role played by preceptors during orientation of new employees and give strategies for encouraging critical thinking skills
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