When the nurse manager must help staff cope with change
R Davidhizar1, R Shearer, S B Dowd
1Bethel College, Mishawaka, IN 46545-5591, USA.
Seminars for Nurse Managers
|January 14, 2000
Summary
This study explores managing organizational change, offering strategies for nurse managers to support staff through transitions. Effective techniques help teams embrace change as an opportunity, not a threat.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Psychology
- Nursing Leadership
Background:
- Organizational change presents significant challenges for healthcare staff.
- Resistance to change can impede successful implementation of new processes.
- Effective change management is crucial for healthcare quality improvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the dynamics of organizational change in healthcare settings.
- To identify barriers and resistance to change experienced by staff.
- To provide practical techniques for nurse managers to assist staff in coping with change.
Main Methods:
- The study reviews existing literature on change dynamics and resistance.
- It synthesizes techniques for supporting staff through change.
- Focuses on the role of the nurse manager in facilitating change.
Main Results:
- Nurse managers should proactively support staff during change.
- Intervention is needed for unexpected changes.
- Encouraging challenge, courage, stamina, and teamwork are key strategies.
- These approaches help reframe change as an opportunity.
Conclusions:
- Implementing specific support techniques empowers nurse managers and staff.
- Viewing change as a challenge and opportunity enhances adaptation.
- Proactive management of change dynamics improves healthcare outcomes.
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