Healthcare Report: Nurse Turnover, Patient Safety and Leadership

This report delves into the critical issue of nurse turnover within healthcare systems, examining its profound impact on patient safety and the quality of care. It highlights the significance of nurse turnover as a key indicator of the healthcare job market, affecting the performance of hospitals and communities. The report investigates how nurse turnover can lead to compromised patient care, increased risk factors, and communication barriers. It outlines professional standards of practice, emphasizing the role of management in fostering a supportive environment for nurses. The report differentiates the roles of nursing leaders and managers in addressing turnover, including strategies like root cause analysis and transformational leadership. It discusses the importance of providing training, recognizing job satisfaction, and implementing bottom-up approaches to evaluate performance. The conclusion underscores the need for effective leadership to mitigate the negative impacts of nurse turnover, ultimately aiming to enhance patient safety and improve healthcare outcomes.