A technique used in comedy clubs is helping nurses develop vital communication skills—but without the laughs. In the emerging practice of medical improv, humor isn't the end goal. When people hear the ...

Nurses are one of the most important assets to a hospital. They can reduce the likelihood of falls, infections and medication errors, and improve patient satisfaction. That said, the more hospitals ...

A workshop at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) helped critical care nurses improve their palliative care communication skills, according to an article in the July issue of the ...

Technology and world events are revolutionizing how healthcare and nursing education is being managed and delivered. Work and education are no longer bound by physical location as technology ...

Effective communication is essential in all healthcare settings, and in modern nursing practice enhanced communication skills are needed to support person-centred care and enable nurses to facilitate ...

Nursing is a profession that demands constant interaction, which can be challenging for introverted personalities. Introverts, according to psychotherapist and psychologist Carl Jung, are drawn to the ...

When paired with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) and leadership training focused on communication, deeply involved coaches were able to support staff to move the needle on quality ...