Building trust with a patient doesn’t have to take weeks. The first few minutes at the bedside can set the tone for everything that follows: how honestly they talk to you, whether they follow the plan of care, and even how safe they are during their stay. In a healthcare system where more than 80% of serious medical errors involve miscommunication between caregivers , communication is a patient safety intervention. Here’s how to improve patient communication and build trust q

Documentation remains one of the most time-consuming tasks in nursing, with studies showing that nurses spend up to 40% of their shift  on charting alone. Another report found that 80% of medical errors  stem from poor communication, much of which is tied to incomplete or unclear documentation. Here are 12 practical tips to make your charting more efficient, accurate, and stress-free. 12 Tips to Improve Your Nursing Documentation 1. Chart in Real Time Document care as soon as

Every nurse knows that emergencies can happen in seconds. A patient’s vital signs crash. A code blue rings out. Adrenaline kicks in, and every decision matters. According to a recent study, nurses who maintain emotional regulation under pressure perform clinical interventions more accurately and with fewer errors. Yet another survey found that 60% of acute care nurses report feeling burnt out, and 75% report feeling stressed, frustrated, and exhausted. So how can nurses bal