Rest for the wicked
Article Abstract:
The reputation of nursing home night nurses is being undermined because many fail to fulfill their duty to patients by falling asleep during their shifts. Managers face a difficult task when reprimanding permanent staff for falling asleep although temporary staff are refused employment in the future. Nurses must put the needs of patients before their sleep, taking care to ensure they are fully prepared for their shift and lack of sleep is not an issue.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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Songs of praise
Article Abstract:
Concentrating on praise instead of criticism encourages a team approach to nursing. Every individual has a valuable contribution to make and appreciation of good practice has a positive effect. A nurse should not be considered lazy if tasks are performed slowly. She may be giving priority to the individual needs of the patient. Reprimands may sometimes be necessary but most nurses will respond if they are given positively.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Hang on to your rights when faced with a sell-off
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The sale of a nursing or residential home can be worrying for employees, but they do have rights and the new employer must retain them. Other aspects of employment law associated with this situation are described.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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