Continuous Chest CompressionChanges in CPR have led to improved patient outcomes and an easier method of continuous chest compressions with no mouth to mouth required. Continuous chest compression has been studied and shown to be an effective method for layperson rescue. Let's examine this new method more closely and learn. Finding Quality EmployersSpending a little time checking into potential employers can lead you to a long and fulfilling professional affiliation. Just as employers check out potential employees, employees should take time to check out potential employers. Come and learn a few tips on where to find important information. Giving Constructive FeedbackNurses provide feedback to many people: those they supervise, student nurses and even to patients and family members learning home care skills. But what is the best way to give feedback? Come explore 10 tips to providing effective constructive feedback and tips on perfecting your feedback skills. Compassion in NursingCompassion and empathy are central to who we are as nurses and who we are as human beings. Recent studies have shown a drop in empathy and compassion in nurses. Let's not let the caring leave nursing. Come explore ways to enhance compassion and empathy for all we care for and care about. Hand HygieneWhat is the least expensive, fastest and most effective means to control infection? Washing your hands! The term hand hygiene refers to all manners of keeping hands clean and limiting the cross-contamination between patients and health care workers. But there are important points to remember. Horizontal Violence and Incivility in NursingWhat is horizontal violence? Why is a caring profession not nurturing those new to the profession? Let's look at some steps to support those victims of incivility or horizontal violence and improve not only morale but the care we give our patients. Caring for others includes fellow nurses.
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