Help with professionalism

i would think, addressing your underlying sources of discontent, would be the first step.

what specifically do you mean?

do you lack assertiveness, or are you shy, a loner?

i guess i am not fully understanding what you need, jess.

but as i encourage all nurses, new and otherwise...

do your job, and do it well.

help others who are in a bind/overwhelmed, including the nsg assts, housekeeping, secretary or whoever and however you can help.

treat others with respect, always...

even those...especially those who lack the same graces.

stay away from the rumor mill, the gossipers.

and no matter what is thrown at you, conduct yourself with class and calm.

i'm sorry if i didn't answer your question.

let me know how i/we can help you.

leslie

Hey there--

I would also suggest that you refrain from:

--talking about patients in a condescending manner

--crude jokes

--dropping the ball on a task that you said you would do

--complaining

--all forms of negativity

--make sure you clothing and hair are clean and neat

Practice your listening skills and truly listen to what the patient is saying, observing nonverbal language. Indicate to the patient that you are listening by keeping eye contact, a nod of the head and a smile appropriate to the message and an intelligent, caring response.

Always follow through on what you said you would do. Make sure others can depend on you every time.

Be trustworthy.

Be early. Go the extra mile when you can. Be available to help others when needed (with a good attitude).

Hope this helps!

Floridanurse

Treat everyone fairly.

Be courteous.

Never discuss a problem with another coworker or patient in public. Always ask to speak privately.

To quote my husband-"remember that the Lord gave us 2 ears and 1 mouth - this is to make you listen twice as long as you speak"....I have always had a problem with letting emotions take over and then my runs and I end up getting into trouble. I have to strive every day to not let my emotions interfere with my ability to shut up and listen and then act after I have all of the facts. Very important when managing a unit in rehab or ltc...I also work on my body language and the tone and volume of my voice.If you look like you have it together it seems to help you stay calm and then are able to REALLY get it together...