Abstract

Surveys revealed nurses dissatisfaction and potential gaps in care when floated to other units. Actions were taken to improve the experience of the floated nurses.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Juile Kelly, BSN, RN, CPN - Surgical Care Unit, Children's National Health System, Washington, DC, USA; Debra M. Derickson, MSN, RN - Patient Services - Central Staffing, Children's National Health System, Washington, DC, USA; Craig Woodside, MSN, RN - 7East, Childrens National Health System, Washington, DC, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Lead Author Affiliation

Children's National Hospital, Washington, DC, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Floating, Nurse Satisfaction, Patient Safety

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Increasing patient safety and staff satisfaction when floating

Washington, DC, USA

Surveys revealed nurses dissatisfaction and potential gaps in care when floated to other units. Actions were taken to improve the experience of the floated nurses.