A technique used in comedy clubs is helping nurses develop vital communication skills—but without the laughs. In the emerging practice of medical improv, humor isn't the end goal. When people hear the ...

Nurses play a pivotal role in promoting access to culturally competent health care services for those who experience linguistic and cultural barriers. Nursing strategies to facilitate and enhance the ...

Many nurses aspire to become a charge nurse. It’s a role that carries weight and responsibility, requiring a blend of clinical expertise and leadership skills. If you’re hoping to move into this ...

Although historically the communication between doctors, nurses and other hospital staff is less than perfect, one New York state hospital is teaching collaboration right from the start with a program ...

Many people in Illinois think nursing school starts with a clean slate. They assume that until classes begin, they are not ...

Assistant Vice President of Patient Experience at the Kennedy Health System in southern New Jersey, MSN, RN Cheri Clancy, shown here, recently released her first book, "Critical Conversations in ...

Connecting with staff on a personal level is key to nurse manager success. Few would argue that nursing's traditional pathway into management is a sure model for success—promote a strong clinician ...

A recent report by Press Ganey identified communication with nurses as a “rising tide” patient experience measure — one that influences a host of other HCAHPS measures, including responsiveness of ...

Developing and continual growth as a professional is an important part of most careers, but it plays a pivotal role if you’re a registered nurse (RN). Depending on the state you practice in, ...

Nursing has always been a profession built on care, trust, and adaptability. Today, those qualities matter more than ever.