Abstract

Evidence shows that direct care nurses are less engaged in their work. Engagement correlates to level of care given and patient outcomes. For patients to receive the best care possible, nursing leadership need to find ways to engage bedside nurses.

Author Details

Kate J. Williams-Ashman, DNP, MSN-Ed, RN-BC, Department of Continuing Education, Baylor Scott & White Health, Round Rock, Texas, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Lead Author Affiliation

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock, Round Rock, Texas, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Engagement, Evidence-based Practices, Professional Development

Conference Name

Creating Healthy Work Environments 2019

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Bridging the gap between employee engagement and implementing evidence-based practice at the bedside

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Evidence shows that direct care nurses are less engaged in their work. Engagement correlates to level of care given and patient outcomes. For patients to receive the best care possible, nursing leadership need to find ways to engage bedside nurses.