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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Kendra Coles

Minority Nurse

Her expertise and leadership have made her a trusted figure in the field. I co-chair the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Council at UM BWMC and train other nursing teams in leadership, communication, and staff empowerment to optimize performance and patient outcomes. How long have you worked in the nursing field?

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7 Nurse Recruitment and Retention Strategies

Relias

Organizations with a nurse residency program provide new nurses with additional support while also engaging experienced nurses as preceptors — fostering new connections and a healthy, collaborative culture. Create a positive work environment Open communication and a culture of learning go hand in hand with a positive work environment.

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Mitigating the Nursing Shortage Crisis: A Nurse’s Perspective

American Nurse

Leadership should remain visible and accessible to both shifts. Management should offer periodic individual nurse check-ins, in person or virtually, to allow for discussion of minor issues before major problems arise. Great patient care should be talked about, shared, and rewarded, which may contribute to more great care in the future.

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Nurse Mentorships and How They Can Benefit You

Nurse.com

In addition, she suggested that leadership experience, effective communication and listening skills, and a pay-it-forward mentality can play an important part in making the collaboration effective. Your mentor targets could be coaching an early career nurse, nurturing leadership skills in new nurse leaders, or giving back to the profession.

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Nurse Mentorships and How They Can Benefit You

Nurse.com

In addition, she suggested that leadership experience, effective communication and listening skills, and a pay-it-forward mentality can play an important part in making the collaboration effective. Your mentor targets could be coaching an early career nurse, nurturing leadership skills in new nurse leaders, or giving back to the profession.

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7 Nurse Recruitment and Retention Strategies

Relias

Organizations with a nurse residency program provide new nurses with additional support while also engaging experienced nurses as preceptors — fostering new connections and a healthy, collaborative culture. Create a positive work environment Open communication and a culture of learning go hand in hand with a positive work environment.

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Nurse Mentorships and How They Can Benefit You

Nurse.com

You also must exhibit certain qualities and skills, including leadership experience, enthusiasm, willingness, and effective communication and listening. However, one of the most critical responsibilities is modeling professionalism and leadership. These traits are essential in making the collaboration successful.