A study of the effectiveness of staff support groups

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Staff support schemes can help to alleviate stress in the workplace and therefore improve patient care within the NHS and reduce staff absenteeism. The support systems which have already been put into place have not yet been assessed in terms of their effectiveness. It is essential that a continual effort is put into these schemes to ensure that they are successfully performing their intended role. Good support should be facilitated by a non-managerial and independent member of staff, by ensuring a confidential environment for staff to discuss work-related issues.

Author: Thomas, Peter
Surveys, Work environment

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Teaching opportunities in nursing homes

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Issues are presented concerning the benefit which health care assistants who work in nursing homes can gain from studying for national vocational qualifications. The role of the nursing home manager in encouraging education is discussed.

Author: Murray, Heather
Nursing homes, Professional education, Nursing home management

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A development programme for newly qualified staff nurses

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Issues are presented concerning the importance of the provision of an effective educational programme for the improvement of patient care and of nursing staff retention and recruitment.

Author: Jackson, Carole, Dzik-Jurasz, Debbie
Recruiting, Nursing students

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Subjects list: Management, Health care teams, Education, Nurses
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