Nurses Activism
Published Oct 19, 2002
oramar
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Youda
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The problem is much more involved that just disrespect. In our healthcare system, admin is rewarded for dysfunctional and bullying behaviors; in fact, it is considered the "norm." Other countries have recognized how toxic and costly this is to the workplace. The US is only just beginning to be aware as we tackle the causes of school shootings and the health effects of workers who are subjected to it. To idenity a toxic work environment, look at the following factors, and take some time to educate yourself about workplace bullying, so that we can start eliminating it in the healthcare system.
rate of staff turnover
amount of sick leave
number of stress breakdowns
number of deaths in service
number of ill-health retirements
number of early retirements
number of uses of disciplinary procedures
number of grievances initiated
number of suspensions
number of dismissals
number of uses of private security firms to snoop on employees
number of times the employer is involved in industrial tribunals or legal action against employees
http://www.successunlimited.co.uk/bully/bully.htm