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The nurse manager's role in creating a healthy work environment
1Patient Care Unit 7A, University Campus, Fairview University Medical Center, 420 Delaware St. Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA.
AACN Clinical Issues
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Nurse managers create supportive work environments to improve patient care and staff retention in acute neurosciences units. Effective management is key, as employees often leave managers, not jobs.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Management
- Healthcare Administration
- Neuroscience Nursing
Background:
- The nurse manager role in acute/critical care is demanding, involving patient care, staff, and organizational challenges.
- A supportive unit environment is crucial for managing these complex responsibilities.
- Research indicates that nurse managers significantly impact staff retention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe how a nurse manager fostered a supportive environment in an acute neurosciences unit.
- To detail strategies for improving patient care and staff enjoyment.
- To demonstrate methods for increasing staff retention through effective management.
Main Methods:
- Collaborative definition and creation of a positive work environment by the nurse manager and staff.
- Implementation of strategies to enhance patient care delivery.
- Focus on staff well-being and job satisfaction.
Main Results:
- Improved patient care outcomes were observed.
- Increased job satisfaction and enjoyment among nursing staff.
- Enhanced retention rates for unit staff.
Conclusions:
- Nurse managers are pivotal in creating supportive environments that boost patient care and staff retention.
- Proactive management strategies can lead to a more positive and productive healthcare setting.
- Investing in a supportive work culture benefits both patients and healthcare professionals.