Pros And Cons Of Achieving Magnet Status
However, this is causing other problems. For example, we are trying to enforce the “no-clocking in” until 5 minutes before 7:00am “rule”. However, due to this rule we cannot start change of shift report until 7:00am. This then makes nightshift stay over later, because they are just starting report. Another added effect is that when our physicians round, some round as early as 7:15am. It is hard to give updates to them, when you do not even know the patient yet. Furthermore, the burden of being a manager must be hard, trying to balance what the organization wants verses what is practical, and safe! When asked about budgeting in nursing, she states, “As a manager I submit for Capital purchases, oversee my departments productivity (which in
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Furthermore, when asked, how can excellence in nursing care be achieved she states, “Excellence is achievable by passionate nurses coming together and sharing experience and research to improve outcomes. Nurses should always share the successes to give others the opportunity to take the best care of patients.” Upenieks (2002), found that “nurses in magnet hospitals were more empowered and satisfied with their jobs than those in non-magnet hospitals. Magnet hospitals are known to have strong nursing leaders who ensure that work environments support professional nursing practice.” She went on to say that this was important because we need, “To fulfill our duty to our patients we should strive for the best …show more content…
I did not interview my manager, because I wanted a different point of view. I was surprised at how much independence she gave her team members (other nurses). She had previously worked in the specialty surgery area and was familiar with what the nurse’s face. I also liked how honest she was about some questions. For example, I was surprised she talked about whether or not the physicians wanted to work with the team or against it. I feel like other managers would not be this open. Additionally, I like how she was a transformational leader. She seems to act like she works with her team verses against her
Furthermore, when asked, how can excellence in nursing care be achieved she states, “Excellence is achievable by passionate nurses coming together and sharing experience and research to improve outcomes. Nurses should always share the successes to give others the opportunity to take the best care of patients.” Upenieks (2002), found that “nurses in magnet hospitals were more empowered and satisfied with their jobs than those in non-magnet hospitals. Magnet hospitals are known to have strong nursing leaders who ensure that work environments support professional nursing practice.” She went on to say that this was important because we need, “To fulfill our duty to our patients we should strive for the best …show more content…
I did not interview my manager, because I wanted a different point of view. I was surprised at how much independence she gave her team members (other nurses). She had previously worked in the specialty surgery area and was familiar with what the nurse’s face. I also liked how honest she was about some questions. For example, I was surprised she talked about whether or not the physicians wanted to work with the team or against it. I feel like other managers would not be this open. Additionally, I like how she was a transformational leader. She seems to act like she works with her team verses against her