#NurChat transcript

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From:Thu Jul 26 12:00:00 PDT 2012
To:Thu Jul 26 13:15:00 PDT 2012

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studentnurdse
@WeNurChat Good Evening Rachel here! #NurChat
WeNurChat
Tonight we are discussing nursing morale ... & we would like to welcome @britainsnurses who are working hard to improve morale #NurChat
AgencyNurse
Hello Teresa here in sunny Bristol #NurChat
WeNurChat
@studentnurdse Hi there #NurChat
Ramck001
@WeNurChat Hey y'all! Ross here from Edinburgh. Start in my first post in Upper GI/Transplant theatres on Monday! In induction now! #NurChat
britainsnurses
Hi all. Looking forward to meeting all you NurChatters! #NurChat #nurchat
WeNurChat
@Ramck001 Cool congratulations Ross #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: Hi all. Looking forward to meeting all you NurChatters! #NurChat #NurChat
Hhaylo
@WeNurChat Hello Hayley here, also in sunny Bristol. #nurchat
WeNurChat
@nursemaiden @helena1barnes don't for get you #NurChat < :-)
MrsGracePoole
@AgencyNurse #NurChat @MrsGracePoole aka Alison away in the Lake District. Lurking.
mikkywatt
@WeNurChat hi, Michelle in Edinburgh here :) #NurChat
michellemellor3
#Nurchat evening. I am constantly inspired by #nurses in my org who working 3 times as hard and morale still strong!
WeNurChat
So do you all think that morale is a problem in nursing at the moment ? #NurChat
missjjo
#NurChat hi Jo, from the Midlands
WeNurChat
@Hhaylo Hi Hayley #NurChat
cackiesmum
RT @WeNurChat: So do you all think that morale is a problem in nursing at the moment ? #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @michellemellor3: evening. I am constantly inspired by #nurses in my org who working 3 times as hard and morale still strong! #NurChat
WeNurChat
@helena1barnes hi helena great to see you tonight, try and use http://t.co/YphKALyW it puts the #nurchat in each tweet for us to see you :)
WeNurChat
@MrsGracePoole lurk away :) #NurChat
WeNurChat
@mikkywatt hi hun #NurChat
DGFoord
Evening nurchatters, David here in sunny Milton Keynes :) #nurchat
michellemellor3
#Nurchat morale only a problem if you let it be! Depends on frame of mind
nursemaiden
@WeNurChat #NurChat I think it probably depends where you work?
WeNurChat
@missjjo hi Jo :) #NurChat
shake_N_pop
I am lurking too :) in a very hot London #NurChat #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat I think it probably depends where you work? #NurChat
mikkywatt
@WeNurChat. In some places, aye, and has been for a while #NurChat
britainsnurses
@michellemellor3 That's a great attitude. Where are you working? #nurchat
karenconnor93
#NurChat hi its karen from leics...sunny here too
MrsGracePoole
#NurChat in MH, low morale seeps into quality of care. Possibly recent #NHSreform
studentnurdse
Job uncertainty and reorganisation causing sense of unease in local trust, staff disheartened and worried about jobs = low morale #NurChat
WeNurChat
@cackiesmum don't forget to add #nurchat so we can all see you contribution :) try http://t.co/nlaNciwd it helps us not forget!
Ramck001
I think there's been a lot of flack in the press re the NHS and the NMC/Nurses - it's bound to bring some people down. #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@nursemaiden i think thats an important point i go to lots of places and morale differs #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @michellemellor3: #Nurchat morale only a problem if you let it be! Depends on frame of mind < i like this attitude :) #NurChat
Hhaylo
#nurchat Morale is definitely a problem throughout my Trust, there is so much uncertainty. Despite this we still try to give best care
WeNurChat
RT @Ramck001: I think theres been a lot of flack in the press re the NHS and the NMC/Nurses - its bound to bring some people down. #NurChat
michellemellor3
#NurChat #E4E & #harmfreecare campaign been brilliant in motivating nurses to improve pt care & avoid harm thus increasing morale!
MrsGracePoole
#NurChat good leadership can impact positively on morale.
WeNurChat
@karenconnor93 welcome to #Nurchat Karen :)
DGFoord
@WeNurChat Morale differs between organisation, team & individual. Most nurses cope well w/ pressure or we wouldn't join profession #nurchat
mikkywatt
@Ramck001 plus service redesign and staff moves/redundancies #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @karenconnor93: #NurChat hi its karen from leics...sunny here too < hi and welcome #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @MrsGracePoole: #NurChat good leadership can impact positively on morale. #NurChat
nursemaiden
@WeNurChat @cackiesmum #nurchat Its something about feeling valued, supported and listened to. Leadership + culture of organisation
britainsnurses
We hear 'bad press' as a cause a lot. And who could argue? Would good stories improve morale? #nurchat
missjjo
@WeNurChat #NurChat We all affect morale , its the responsibility of all to pull together , especially when times are so tough
Ramck001
@mikkywatt In England absolutely! It must be terrifying. I'm grateful that it's not happening up here. #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@Hhaylo thats very sad to hear, are you finding nurses leaving because of this ? #NurChat
michellemellor3
#Nurchat Greater Manchester nurse leaders working hard 2 maintain nurse morale & bring nurses together
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: We hear bad press as a cause a lot. And who could argue? Would good stories improve morale? #NurChat
Hhaylo
#nurchat In my area we've experienced severe cuts, changes in Hospital Management & now joining the Pay Cartel in the SW. Everyone is scared
RBheartsHC
Morale also affected by feeling that one's input is heard, feeling like part of a team #nurchat
khanlon
Social media as a platform for gathering, sharing, supporting, and advocating is good for morale. Thanks #Nurchat!
Ramck001
@britainsnurses Absolutely! I can barely watch the news any more, it's a complete kill joy - some good news would be a good change. #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@nursemaiden yes i agree i think that culture has a lot to do with it ... look at mid staffs low morale. poor culture #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @RBheartsHC: Morale also affected by feeling that ones input is heard, feeling like part of a team #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @khanlon: Social media as a platform for gathering, sharing, supporting, and advocating is good for morale. Thanks #Nurchat! #NurChat
Hhaylo
@AgencyNurse #nurchat so many people are looking for jobs. (including me!)
mikkywatt
@Ramck001 was like that in the community in Scotland last year, all the surgeries were getting merged, really horrid #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @Ramck001 Absolutely! I can barely watch the news any more, its a complete kill joy - some good news would be a good change. #NurChat
britainsnurses
@michellemellor3 I bet there are things that other parts of the country could learn from Grt Manchester. Sharing best practice ... #nurchat
DGFoord
@AgencyNurse @nursemaiden Culture & Morale, which is cause and which is effect? #nurchat
michellemellor3
#Nurchat it saddens me when some of the bad press stems from #nurses
MrsGracePoole
@AgencyNurse @nursemaiden #NurChat positive culture can be nurtured. It's fragile, though.
britainsnurses
@Ramck001 We're working on it. Bad news does sell, but we're trying to get good news into some nationals. Trying hard! #nurchat
AgencyNurse
@Hhaylo it makes me so very sad as nursing is a wonderful profession that we should all be proud of and want to do #NurChat
mikkywatt
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat @cackiesmum #nurchat Its something about feeling valued, supported and listened to. Leadership + culture of ...
nursemaiden
@DGFoord @AgencyNurse #nurchat good question if it was an easy answer we wouldn't be debating it tonight!
DGFoord
@Hhaylo Is there any evidence that any more people are looking for new jobs than previously and is this caused by low morale? #nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @DGFoord: @AgencyNurse @nursemaiden Culture & Morale, which is cause and which is effect? #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: Were working on it. Bad news does sell, but were trying to get good news into some nationals. Trying hard! #NurChat
PhilipRABall
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat @cackiesmum #nurchat Its something about feeling valued, supported and listened to. Leadership + culture of ...
michellemellor3
@britainsnurses #NurChat yes I am sure GM could. Lots of good practice out there being shared across the patch
RBheartsHC
@DGFoord @AgencyNurse @nursemaiden morale result of many elements of culture, but becomes circular & reinforcing #nurchat
missjjo
@Hhaylo #nurchat the pay cartel sounds like the most demoralising nightmare ever , just awful
WeNurChat
@NotFromBolton come out of the lurkers corner #nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @nursemaiden: @DGFoord @AgencyNurse #nurchat good question if it was an easy answer we wouldnt be debating it tonight! #NurChat
Ramck001
@britainsnurses Good things happen all the time, the media is just not interested in reporting it. #NurChat
Hhaylo
#nurchat Having said all that i have a great team who despite everything give fantastic care. Morale ok locally because we support eachother
DGFoord
@nursemaiden @agencynurse Along with other factors, can they combined cause a downward spiral that we all strive to avoid? #nurchat
britainsnurses
@DGFoord We've heard anecdotal evidence of that, but no stats. BUt as you say, cause/effect - it has the same effect #nurchat
khanlon
It is vital to include the new nursing graduates in our efforts to strengthen the community of nurses #Nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @Hhaylo: i have a great team who despite everything give fantastic care. Morale ok locally because we support eachother #NurChat
michellemellor3
@AgencyNurse @hhaylo #NurChat nurses compassion commitment maintains morale. We entered the profession to care
nursemaiden
@DGFoord @Hhaylo #nurchat I was told by a DN that they are thinking of going overseas again to recruit. Was surprised
WeNurChat
So what's causing the negativity ? And can we stop it ? #NurChat
missjjo
#NurChat when my morale is at its lowest I switch off from politics & focus on my patients, makes me feel better & re focussed
mikkywatt
RT @khanlon: It is vital to include the new nursing graduates in our efforts to strengthen the community of nurses #Nurchat
AgencyNurse
@michellemellor3 yes i agree - we want to ca, we are happy to work hard but we need time and resources to do so #NurChat
Hhaylo
The media has so much to answer for, never a positive story only negative. This is what Social workers have experienced for years. #nurchat
michellemellor3
@Ramck001 @britainsnurses #NurChat heaps of good practice, needs showcasing more
AgencyNurse
RT @missjjo: when my morale is at its lowest I switch off from politics & focus on my pts, makes me feel better & re focussed #NurChat
Ramck001
@khanlon As a new graduate myself, I feel that my youthful optimism that's completely without reserve or restraint is an asset! #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @WeNurChat: So whats causing the negativity ? And can we stop it ? #NurChat
NotFromBolton
@WeNurChat: @NotFromBolton come out of the lurkers corner #nurchat” LOL OK, let's face it low morale is a national problem at the mo.
britainsnurses
Can small things improve morale? Small things which we can all effect on a day to day basis? #nurchat
DGFoord
@WeNurChat Is there any significant difference in negativity in nurses & other NHS/health staff or general population? #nurchat
helena1barnes
#NurChat it can almost be a habit to take on low morale when it is everywhere, as mentioned each person should aim to be positive
AgencyNurse
@nursemaiden really ? when so many students with no prospects of jobs? #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
@nursemaiden @dgfoord @hhaylo #NurChat goodness that's very shocking. Posts chopped locally for me.
AgencyNurse
RT @DGFoord: @WeNurChat Is there any significant difference in negativity in nurses & other NHS/health staff or general population? #NurChat
RannPatterson
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat @cackiesmum #nurchat Its something about feeling valued, supported and listened to. Leadership + culture of ...
AgencyNurse
@DGFoord good question is it just a national state of mind ? #NurChat
DGFoord
@britainsnurses We all need different things to give us a boost, but recognition, a thankyou & positive approach from leaders helps #nurchat
michellemellor3
@WeNurChat @hhaylo #NurChat I second that. Morale in our team good, continue to pull as a team. Excellent
AgencyNurse
@Ramck001 yes the enthusiasm of newly qualified nurses never fails to spur me on #valuableasset #NurChat
mikkywatt
@britainsnurses be nice to each other? Easy to snap at members of the team when times are tough #nurchat
DGFoord
@NotFromBolton @agencynurse I agree; but do nurses & other caring professions have a responsibility to improve the national mood? #nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @DGFoord: We all need different things to give us a boost, but recognition, a thankyou & positive approach from leaders helps #NurChat
RBheartsHC
@AgencyNurse @michellemellor3 I agree and I love movement for "releasing time to care" http://t.co/KfSCy5Yq #nurchat
helena1barnes
@britainsnurses#NurChat yes small thing can, it comes down to local management, and change of focus and pride.
WeNurChat
RT @mikkywatt: @britainsnurses be nice to each other? Easy to snap at members of the team when times are tough #nurchat
AgencyNurse
@helena1barnes yes i agree low morale can be habbit forming ... how do we pick ourselves up ?? #NurChat
britainsnurses
@mikkywatt Great tip - and so simple (if difficult to do). : ) #nurchat
WeNurChat
Can poor morale have an impact on care ? #NurChat
britainsnurses
How about how morale has changed? How do things compare to when you started? #nurchat
nursemaiden
@DGFoord @britainsnurses #nurchat I think this is crucial a thankyou speaks a thousand words and I say it at the end of my shift
AgencyNurse
RT @mikkywatt: @britainsnurses be nice to each other? Easy to snap at members of the team when times are tough < fab tip #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @RBheartsHC: @AgencyNurse @michellemellor3 I agree and I love movement for "releasing time to care" http://t.co/KfSCy5Yq #nurchat
Ramck001
@WeNurChat Oh absolutely. If you're miserable, the patient can tell, and then they're miserable, which limits their outcomes. #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: How about how morale has changed? How do things compare to when you started? #NurChat
mikkywatt
@britainsnurses aye, not the easiest sometimes :) #nurchat
AgencyNurse
RT @nursemaiden: I think this is crucial a thankyou speaks a thousand words and I say it at the end of my shift < i agree 100% #NurChat
studentnurdse
Lack of staff, being expected to work on bare minimal staffing & not being able to provide care patients deserve reduces morale? #NurChat
helena1barnes
#NurChat absolutely, we cannot change the country, its is locally where we need to focus, as a team
AgencyNurse
RT @Ramck001: Oh absolutely. If youre miserable, the patient can tell, and then theyre miserable, which limits their outcomes. #NurChat
michellemellor3
@AgencyNurse @dgfoord The current economic climate depressing and doesn't help nationally. nurses need 2 stick 2geth & do more #NurChat !
HrebenTom
@britainsnurses As a student it depends very much on the placement area and how the staff are treated by management. #nurchat
britainsnurses
RT @ramck001 Oh absolutely. If you're miserable, the patient can tell, and then they're miserable, which limits their outcomes. #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: Can small things improve morale? Small things which we can all effect on a day to day basis? #nurchat
nursemaiden
@WeNurChat #NurChat absolutely research shows happy, valued, supported+ developed staff = better patient outcomes
WeNurChat
RT @HrebenTom: @britainsnurses As a student it depends very much on the placement area and how the staff are treated by management. #NurChat
britainsnurses
@michellemellor3 Your team sound fab! It's just the sort of story we're gathering to show students the positives of nursing. #nurchat
HrebenTom
@studentnurdse Sounds exactly like my first placement. Some days two qualified for 24 acutely ill patients. Shit. #nurchat
nursemaiden
@WeNurChat #NurChat I used to be an Improving working lives assessor is that still in the NHS?
studentnurdse
@HrebenTom @britainsnurses I agree staff fear for their jobs makes for uncomfortable atmosphere on placement #NurChat
WeNurChat
@PhilipRABall good evening Mr Ball #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@helena1barnes i agree, look after your fellow nurses and give them a boost #NurChat
natalie_jane
@britainsnurses we had a team building day focused on recovery & it bought out a lot of enthusiasm from all staff #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat I used to be an Improving working lives assessor is that still in the NHS? #NurChat
mikkywatt
@HrebenTom @britainsnurses does the team moral have an affect on what you get out of your placement? Learning etc? #nurchat
britainsnurses
@HrebenTom Interesting, how have your placements experiences differed from your peers? #nurchat
nursemaiden
@MrsGracePoole @dgfoord @hhaylo #NurChat My question would be then why so many job vacancies and the need to recruit abroad???!!
WeNurChat
RT @mikkywatt: @HrebenTom @britainsnurses does the team moral have an affect on what you get out of your placement? Learning etc? #NurChat
khanlon
@Ramck001 Yes! We must capitalize on the resilience and energy of new nurses - like you :) #Nurchat
michellemellor3
#Nurchat Greater Manchester ' Call to Action' network. Fab quality practice posted there & networks 4 different interest
WeNurChat
@DGFoord @michellemellor3 @NotFromBolton i think we are going to pick a charity and fine those who forget to use > #NurChat :)
nursemaiden
@HrebenTom @studentnurdse #nurchat sounds like my dads ward at the moment, sad to see and hear :-(
AgencyNurse
@mikkywatt remeber some awful placements as a student where staff fed up, had a huge impact on learning as no one wanted toteach #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @natalie_jane: we had a team building day focused on recovery & it bought out a lot of enthusiasm from all staff #NurChat
NotFromBolton
@DGFoord @agencynurse I Understand where you are going with that but they need to be inspired to then go on and inspire. #NurChat
HrebenTom
@britainsnurses Some have been very positive, my friends have also had bad experiences. #nurchat
Ramck001
@khanlon The trick is stopping that energy from fading with time. I think it'll be sheer strength of will that keeps me going. #NurChat
studentnurdse
@HrebenTom appalling, if it's a one off you manage but when it's expected as the norm staff burn out, not good for morale really #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@nursemaiden nurses leaving proffession maybe? #NurChat
michellemellor3
@nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat absolutely research shows happy, valued, supported+ developed staff = better patient outcomes”agree!
Hhaylo
#nurchat sorry Twitter is being a bit stupid.
WeNurChat
RT @absolutely research shows happy, valued, supported+ developed staff = better patient outcomes”agree! #NurChat
DGFoord
@NotFromBolton @agencynurse Positive approach from nurse leadership is key to this #nurchat
dwylieinstitute
@WeNurChat It is important to acknowledge work of front line staff. In my leadership role I show appreciation every chance I get #nurchat
mikkywatt
@AgencyNurse describes my district nursing placement to a t. I would want to shield students from that though #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @Hhaylo: #nurchat sorry Twitter is being a bit stupid. < it has been all day, maybe its fed up too ;) #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @Ramck001: The trick is stopping that energy from fading with time. I think itll be sheer strength of will that keeps me going. #nurchat
karenconnor93
#NurChat good comms=happier informed peeps= better care
WeNurChat
RT @DGFoord: @NotFromBolton @agencynurse Positive approach from nurse leadership is key to this #NurChat
DGFoord
It can all get too much, even for nurses to cope with. How well are nurses with significant stress or mental illnesses supported? #nurchat
studentnurdse
@nursemaiden @hrebentom I just want enough staff on duty to provide safe &quality care for patients, it should be standard surely? #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
#NurChat morale has to be built. Like trust. A continual investment process.
michellemellor3
@britainsnurses #NurChat have frequent team meetings & worshops! Try to make any changes from 'bottom up' involve all team
britainsnurses
@karenconnor93 Do you think we can do more to champion nurses? Internally as well as to the public? #nurchat
NotFromBolton
@michellemellor3 @nursemaiden @wenurchat How is that at all possible in the current austere times? #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@mikkywatt these days moving from place to place if i come across fed up staff i smile lots & try to make the day easier #NurChat
Hhaylo
#nurchat The reality is that none of us can honestly say that we can give the absolute best care because we don't have enough staff. #cuts
nursemaiden
@AgencyNurse #NurChat or some hospitals loosing nurses and finding it difficult to attract new applicants. So organisation issues?
AgencyNurse
RT @britainsnurses: @karenconnor93 Do you think we can do more to champion nurses? Internally as well as to the public? #NurChat
Susie8lue
Not all bad morale comes from media, sometimes closer to home, does leadership style affect morale? #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
@studentnurdse @nursemaiden @hrebentom #NurChat it's setting the standard that's the problem :-(
PhilipRABall
@WeNurChat #nurchat evening, sorry bit late, n low profile tonight, #oneofthemdays encouragement and trust 4 each other key 4 morale
DGFoord
@michellemellor3 @britainsnurses Access to protected good quality clinical supervision is also helpful #nurchat
khanlon
@Ramck001 I found participating in conferences at the local and national level helpful #NurChat
britainsnurses
@michellemellor3 bottom up approach is great, because then we all have some control and influence. #nurchat
Hhaylo
The inability to be able to provide the best care, in my experience, is the main cause of poor morale. #nurchat
AgencyNurse
@michellemellor3 i think that is a key issue, if nurses feel involved then this helps #NurChat
Susie8lue
@britainsnurses absolutely one of my consultants brings nibbles to all his mdm's always a quick fix in terms of morale #NurChat
studentnurdse
@AgencyNurse @nursemaiden nurses leave positions in my trust&some aren't replaced?It's bad when most our staff are near retirement #NurChat
Ramck001
@khanlon I really want to get into that - my plan is basically to take the Nursing world by storm! #NurChat
dwylieinstitute
@WeNurChat It is important to acknowledge work of front line staff. In my leadership role I show appreciation every chance I get #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @DGFoord: @michellemellor3 @britainsnurses Access to protected good quality clinical supervision is also helpful < agree #NurChat
DGFoord
@Susie8lue Very much, nurse leaders & leaders of nurses need to be visible & promote a positive culture #nurchat
britainsnurses
RT @Susie8lue: Not all bad morale comes from media, sometimes closer to home, does leadership style affect morale? #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @Hhaylo: The inability to be able to provide the best care, in my experience, is the main cause of poor morale. #NurChat
dollyxface
Eeek have I missed #NurChat @NurChat ?!
helena1barnes
#NurChat I think good clinical supervision is crucial, but we need to establish it as a culture
nursemaiden
@britainsnurses @karenconnor93 #nurchat I think new CNO needs to show politicians and public that nurses are the mainstay of health service
AgencyNurse
@Hhaylo it then becomes a viscious circle #NurChat
NotFromBolton
@WeNurChat @dgfoord @agencynurse No doubt as it is in any environment but the government, your bosses are not inspiring #NurChat
studentnurdse
@nursemaiden @agencynurse hospital rep is a big thing, ours has a bad rep, my personal supervisor has told me to apply elsewhere #NurChat
britainsnurses
@Susie8lue nice idea. We heard of one hospital where tea and biscuits were compulsory at handovers. Small things, but a nice touch. #nurchat
WeNurChat
@dollyxface half way through, do join in :) #NurChat
mikkywatt
@Susie8lue YES!! Good leaders have a big impact on keeping morale up #NurChat
BeattieQi
#NurChat Nurses need to know they are doing a great job in a resource reduced service
MrsGracePoole
@Susie8lue #NurChat leadership very much key. Tho' some leaders apt to churn out platitudes. Like #wereallinthistogether. Not.
studentnurdse
@Susie8lue yes it does #NurChat
michellemellor3
@DGFoord @notfrombolton @agencynurse #NurChat positive senior nurse leadership is the key to drive morale in #nursing
Hhaylo
@AgencyNurse Totally agree #nurchat
WeNurChat
So as we approach the half way mark folks ... What about improving morale ? Any ideas ? Local and national? #NurChat
natalie_jane
@studentnurdse @AgencyNurse @nursemaiden this is happening in my trust too #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@Hhaylo how do we stop it ... that is the question ? can we ? #NurChat
khanlon
Finding a passion was key. I focused on pediatric clinical research and now work with homelessness and recovery service providers #Nurchat
WeNurChat
@BeattieQi welcome to #NurChat this evening, thanks for joining in
AgencyNurse
RT @michellemellor3: @DGFoord @notfrombolton positive senior nurse leadership is the key to drive morale in #nursing #NurChat
dwylieinstitute
RT @britainsnurses. Authoritative unapproachable leadership styles definitely impact morale. Does leadership style affect morale? #NurChat
DGFoord
@NotFromBolton @WeNurChat @agencynurse Give @JaneMCummings a chance, she's only just come into post! #NurChat
nursemaiden
@studentnurdse @agencynurse #NurChat that's what I mean some nurses don't want to work in certain organisations due to poor feedback
AgencyNurse
RT @britainsnurses: We heard of one hospital where tea and biscuits were compulsory at handovers. Small things, but a nice touch. #NurChat
helena1barnes
#NurChat every department should focus on their own areas, and build the morale there, charity starts at home
dwylieinstitute
RT @michellemellor3: @DGFoord @notfrombolton @agencynurse #NurChat positive senior nurse leadership is the key to drive morale in #nursing
michellemellor3
@DGFoord @britainsnurses #NurChat agree I find it very useful, cannot do without clinical supervision
WeNurChat
great to see so many student nurses with us this evening via #NurChat lots to share at all levels of the nursing community
Ramck001
@AgencyNurse I think a sweet to nibble on at the Nurse's station can make a big difference to morale - even when eating on the run! #NurChat
britainsnurses
@khanlon That's interesting. There's such a broad range of roles. Maybe people are finding their element? #nurchat
anniecoops
@AgencyNurse @ramck001 but did find this https://t.co/mvWQxLqs #NurChat
karenmanning_1
@WeNurChat fair and consistent treatment of all the team, honesty and openess, making the little things happen #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@khanlon i would have to agree - finding a passion within nursing is a great morale booster, as it talking to nurses with passion #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @wenurchat: great to see so many student nurses with us this evening via #NurChat lots to share at all levels of the nursing community
Alidebs
#Nurchat leadership in nursing is key to raising morale. A "thank you" goes a long way at the end of a shift, not difficult.
anniecoops
@nursemaiden @wenurchat ivep been looking for that evidence but can't find it! #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@Ramck001 yes chocolate always helps :))) #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
@michellemellor3 @dgfoord @britainsnurses #NurChat clinical supervision now linked to appraisal and pay progression in MH FT.
WeNurChat
RT @anniecoops: @AgencyNurse @ramck001 but did find this https://t.co/mvWQxLqs #NurChat
NotFromBolton
RT @Alidebs: #Nurchat leadership in nursing is key to raising morale. A "thank you" goes a long way at the end of a shift, not difficult.
britainsnurses
@WeNurChat Giving advise to student nurses is surely a morale boost to both parties. Who doesn't like to feel wise? : ) #nurchat
michellemellor3
#Nurchat need to have confidence in CNO. Seems very proactive and she is the voice of #Nurses & #nursing
AgencyNurse
@Alidebs i agree ... thank yous are a key part to morale, so simple, so important #NurChat
Cazzer3
RT @Alidebs: #Nurchat leadership in nursing is key to raising morale. A "thank you" goes a long way at the end of a shift, not difficult.
helena1barnes
#NurChat i totally agree, recognision and a thank you are key, it makes a big difference
DGFoord
@anniecoops @nursemaiden @wenurchat Not much in health, but loads in cust serv industry on link between staff & customer experience #nurchat
MrsGracePoole
@AgencyNurse @ramck001 @anniecoops this is most true in MH. Ppl spot your low morale. It brings them down #NurChat
NotFromBolton
#nurchat @treypennington had 3 fundamentals of the human condition that I think hold true in most situations and they are as follows.
WeNurChat
RT @michellemellor3: #Nurchat need to have confidence in CNO. Seems very proactive and she is the voice of #Nurses & #nursing #NurChat
NotFromBolton
#NurChat 1) Everyone wants to be heard...
WeNurChat
do you think that the new CNO could help boost morale ? #NurChat
helena1barnes
#NurChat praise, recognition and reward are pinnacle, but can only happen when staff know each other and their leadership well
Susie8lue
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat absolutely research shows happy, valued, supported+ developed staff = better patient outcomes
mikkywatt
@britainsnurses @WeNurChat when I was a student the people I met here helped boost my morale :) #nurchat
NotFromBolton
#Nurchat 2) Everyone wants to be understood...
Cazzer3
@Alidebs I agree...really important to show appreciation esp if it's been difficult shift #NurChat #nursing #morale
WeNurChat
loving your shiny new twibbons @TaskerKaren @michellemellor3 @Susie8lue get yours here > http://t.co/J3NSJKp1 #nurchat #proudtweetingnurses
AgencyNurse
RT @helena1barnes: praise, recognition & reward are pinnacle,but can only happen when staff know each other &their leadership well #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @Cazzer3: @Alidebs I agree...really important to show appreciation esp if its been difficult shift #NurChat #nursing #morale #NurChat
Hhaylo
#nurchat get rid of the Tory Govt. They are ideologically opposed to the #NHS and therefore will continue to fragment the service we provide
nursemaiden
@anniecoops @wenurchat #NurChat It in HR documents somewhere
NotFromBolton
#NurChat 3) Everyone wants to know his or her life has value If that flows 360 degrees morale would be sorted ;) RIP Trey
WeNurChat
@curlytimidangel don't forget to add #nurchat so we can all see your contribution :)
DGFoord
We've spoken a lot about morale in the NHS. Is it any different outside the NHS? If so, how and why? #nurchat
mikkywatt
@WeNurChat let's be honest, how many nurses know we have a new one or who she is? #NurChat
nursemaiden
@anniecoops @wenurchat #NurChat it was in all my Improving working lives documents!
WeNurChat
RT @Alidebs: #Nurchat leadership in nursing is key to raising morale. A "thank you" goes a long way at the end of a shift, not difficult.
MrsGracePoole
#NurChat 'thank you'helps. As does choccy bix. But I personally value being treated as a professional in my own right. Morale boosting
AgencyNurse
RT @DGFoord: Weve spoken a lot about morale in the NHS. Is it any different outside the NHS? If so, how and why? #NurChat
Hhaylo
A fragmented #NHS will create a climate of anxiety, poor morale and therefore poor care #nurchat
studentnurdse
@HrebenTom @britainsnurses @susie8lue good leadership means happy staff which means quality care for patients. #NurChat
karenmanning_1
@WeNurChat Not sure she can affect trust/provider drives for less staff more work #SWPayCartel #NurChat
studentnurdse
RT @WeNurChat: great to see so many student nurses with us this evening via #NurChat lots to share at all levels of the nursing community
MrsGracePoole
RT @Hhaylo: A fragmented #NHS will create a climate of anxiety, poor morale and therefore poor care #nurchat
AgencyNurse
@DGFoord as one who works everywhere morale is very place specific, low morale can happen anywhere #NurChat
anniecoops
@nursemaiden @wenurchat I thought so but I like to evidence......... #NurChat
helena1barnes
#NurChat exactly......the focus is all about the service the is provided, whilst we are totally in the back round with our recognition......
AgencyNurse
RT @Hhaylo: A fragmented #NHS will create a climate of anxiety, poor morale and therefore poor care #NurChat
curlytimidangel
@WeNurChat oh whoops soz I'm still tired only had an hours sleep lol #nurchat
karenmanning_1
RT @AgencyNurse: RT @Hhaylo: A fragmented #NHS will create a climate of anxiety, poor morale and therefore poor care #NurChat
anniecoops
RT @Alidebs: #Nurchat leadership in nursing is key to raising morale. A "thank you" goes a long way at the end of a shift, not difficult.
WeNurChat
@curlytimidangel :) #NurChat
Susie8lue
RT @michellemellor3: @DGFoord @notfrombolton @agencynurse #NurChat positive senior nurse leadership is the key to drive morale in #nursing
DGFoord
@AgencyNurse So by definition good morale can happen anywhere too, so it's not all doom and gloom for nursing in the NHS :) #nurchat
karenmanning_1
@AgencyNurse @hhaylo Think we are already on that precipice #NurChat
britainsnurses
Do you hear postive stories sometimes? We think getting these out to nurses around the country will help at least raise a smile. #nurchat
helena1barnes
#NurChat each department should embrace the problem of morale, but also actively provide solutions, it is now are time to act in these areas
AgencyNurse
@MrsGracePoole i agree with you ... being treated as and respected as a professional is a great boost #NurChat
Susie8lue
So how do you challenge poor leadership to increase morale, some managers will not listen #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @dgfoord: We've spoken a lot about morale in the NHS. Is it any different outside the NHS? If so, how and why? #nurchat
AgencyNurse
RT @britainsnurses: Do u hear postive stories ? We think getting these out to nurses will help at least raise a smile. #NurChat
nursemaiden
@MrsGracePoole #NurChat when I was sister in A+E used to buy staff trays of donuts for our shifts
HrebenTom
@studentnurdse @britainsnurses @susie8lue Most certainly. Leading from the front is what's needed. #nurchat
Susie8lue
@AgencyNurse @britainsnurses unfortunately handover often held on the ward and food banned for infection control #NurChat
DGFoord
RT @Susie8lue: So how do you challenge poor leadership to increase morale, some managers will not listen #nurchat
britainsnurses
@Susie8lue Can we show them what would make it better? #nurchat
curlytimidangel
@britainsnurses @wenurchat had a great stn nurse work last night couldn't praise her enough got stuck in as part of the team #nurchat
khanlon
@britainsnurses Sharing personal narratives and stories is empowering #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@DGFoord exactly ... and sometimes in the face of adversity morale can flourish #nursingspirit #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
@Susie8lue #NurChat good point. How to manage the manager. And lead the leader.
helena1barnes
#NurChat then either go higher, or talk to other management
nursemaiden
@anniecoops @wenurchat #NurChat I'll try and find and send link to everyone :-)
karenmanning_1
@AgencyNurse @britainsnurses As a profession we are far too modest about our achievements, skills and abilities #NurChat
michellemellor3
RT“@AgencyNurse: @DGFoord exactly ... and sometimes in the face of adversity morale can flourish #nursingspirit #NurChat
AgencyNurse
@Susie8lue what about a boiled sweet instead ?? #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @MrsGracePoole: @Susie8lue #NurChat good point. How to manage the manager. And lead the leader. #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @khanlon: @britainsnurses Sharing personal narratives and stories is empowering #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
@Susie8lue #NurChat if you can be heard and make the changes you need, morale on the up.
michellemellor3
RT @karenmanning_1: @AgencyNurse @britainsnurses As a profession we are far too modest about our achievements, skills and abilities #NurChat
britainsnurses
@khanlon Yes! We had a great story of a nurse who used to work in banking. A&E is her dream job. Good stories CAN raise morale. #nurchat
britainsnurses
RT @khanlon: @britainsnurses Sharing personal narratives and stories is empowering #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @michellemellor3: As a profession we are far too modest about our achievements, skills and abilities #NurChat
nursemaiden
@helena1barnes #NurChat hence strong leadership at ward and organizational level to support departments to do this
michellemellor3
#Nurchat nurses need to have pride in what they do and this can be contagious
sphams
#nurchat we all have a responsibility to care for each other in the same way as we care for our patients
britainsnurses
@michellemellor3 Absolutely. The county depends on nurses at some time or another. And that should be celebrated. #nurchat
DGFoord
@karenmanning_1 @agencynurse @britainsnurses Are we too self-critical without always considering reputational risk to nursing? #nurchat
nursemaiden
@MrsGracePoole ah thanks, now don't laugh but we used to do the Hacker if had a busy shift to do! #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
#NurChat you can have all the biscuits you like at handover. But if the shifts aren't rostered for next week, what's the message?
cackiesmum
RT @sphams: #nurchat we all have a responsibility to care for each other in the same way as we care for our patients
MrsGracePoole
RT @nursemaiden: @MrsGracePoole ah thanks, now don't laugh but we used to do the Hacker if had a busy shift to do! #NurChat
sphams
#nurchat blaming 'management' is an excuse not to take personal responsibility
michellemellor3
@britainsnurses #NurChat nurses should not allow themselves to become demotivated by their peers. Prove them wrong
DGFoord
RT @nursemaiden: @MrsGracePoole ah thanks, now dont laugh but we used to do the Hacker if had a busy shift to do! > I love it :-0 #nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: Absolutely. The county depends on nurses at some time or another. And that should be celebrated. #NurChat
sphams
#nurchat we all have it in our gift to construct a different future for ourselves and our patients!
studentnurdse
RT @michellemellor3: @britainsnurses #NurChat nurses should not allow themselves to become demotivated by their peers. Prove them wrong
dwylieinstitute
@nursemaiden @helena1barnes all nurses need to see themselves as leaders #NurChat
nursemaiden
@DGFoord @MrsGracePoole #nurchat I'm sure staff thought I was barmey ;-)
AgencyNurse
@nursemaiden really ?? great !!! love it !! youtube?? #NurChat
DGFoord
@karenconnor93 @britainsnurses So not specific to nursing & does that mean that nursing/nurses can't 'mend' morale alone? #nurchat
anniecoops
RT @nursemaiden: @MrsGracePoole ah thanks, now don't laugh but we used to do the Hacker if had a busy shift to do! #NurChat
mikkywatt
RT @sphams: #nurchat we all have a responsibility to care for each other in the same way as we care for our patients
WeNurChat
RT @michellemellor3: @britainsnurses nurses should not allow themselves to become demotivated by their peers. Prove them wrong #NurChat
britainsnurses
@nursemaiden But no one would mess with you after that, I bet. : ) #nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @mikkywatt: RT @sphams: #nurchat we all have a responsibility to care for each other in the same way as we care for our patients #NurChat
nursemaiden
@dwylieinstitute @helena1barnes #NurChat absolutely every leader has a follower and every follower is a leader
DGFoord
@nursemaiden @MrsGracePoole It's a great idea, brings fun to work and laughter is a good medicine #nurchat
MrsGracePoole
@DGFoord @nursemaiden #NurChat humour is great for morale. A well timed laugh is crucial.
WeNurChat
As we reach the last 5 mins tonight ... What would you say to a fed up nurse ? How can each of us boost morale ? #NurChat
nursemaiden
@britainsnurses #nurchat I used to do it in the staff room before going out into "battle" as is A+E at times :-)
WeNurChat
RT @DGFoord: @nursemaiden @MrsGracePoole Its a great idea, brings fun to work and laughter is a good medicine #NurChat
dwylieinstitute
@DGFoord @karenconnor93 @britainsnurses Leadership definitely has a role to play in providing enablers #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @MrsGracePoole: @DGFoord @nursemaiden #NurChat humour is great for morale. A well timed laugh is crucial. #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @mrsgracepoole: @DGFoord @nursemaiden #NurChat humour is great for morale. A well timed laugh is crucial.
nursemaiden
RT @britainsnurses: @nursemaiden But no one would mess with you after that, I bet. : ) #nurchat
nursemaiden
@britainsnurses #nurchat I fight for my patients and my staff :-)
AgencyNurse
@DGFoord @mrsgracepoole yes i agree humour is a great boost and often key to a team #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @dwylieinstitute: @DGFoord @karenconnor93 @britainsnurses Leadership definitely has a role to play in providing enablers #NurChat
AgencyNurse
RT @WeNurChat: As we reach the last 5 mins tonight ... What would you say to a fed up nurse ? How can each of us boost morale ? #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @MrsGracePoole: @DGFoord @nursemaiden #NurChat humour is great for morale. A well timed laugh is crucial.
MrsGracePoole
@WeNurChat #NurChat take responsibility for creating your own self worth. Self management/ efficacy is vital in nursing.
DGFoord
@WeNurChat Be grateful for our teams, make work fun, inspire our leaders & inspire as leaders #nurchat
Hhaylo
@WeNurChat The best thing you can say is 'thanks' and lets go and have a fag (joke) #nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @MrsGracePoole: @WeNurChat take responsibility for creating your own self worth. Self management/ efficacy is vital in nursing. #NurChat
MandyHollis3
#NurChat strong (& brave), honest leadership. Genuine consultation on diff issues shows respect. Doesn't solve all problems but a start.
dwylieinstitute
@WeNurChat Get involved, speak up, ask to participate in decisions that impact you #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @DGFoord: @WeNurChat Be grateful for our teams, make work fun, inspire our leaders & inspire as leaders #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
RT @DGFoord: @WeNurChat Be grateful for our teams, make work fun, inspire our leaders & inspire as leaders #nurchat
DGFoord
RT @MandyHollis3: #NurChat strong (& brave), honest leadership. Genuine consultation on diff issues shows respect. Doesn't solve all problems but a start.
WeNurChat
RT @Hhaylo: @WeNurChat The best thing you can say is thanks and lets go and have a fag (joke) #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
RT @dwylieinstitute: @WeNurChat Get involved, speak up, ask to participate in decisions that impact you #NurChat
DGFoord
RT @sphams: #nurchat we all have a responsibility to care for each other in the same way as we care for our patients
sphams
@WeNurChat everyday remember what it feels like to get a compliment from a patient #nurchat #inspired #proud
Ramck001
@WeNurChat I think 'Would you like a cup of tea?' is the best thing for morale that I've ever said to a Nurse. #NurChat
mikkywatt
"@DGFoord: @WeNurChat Be grateful for our teams, make work fun, inspire our leaders & inspire as leaders #nurchat" that should do it :)
AgencyNurse
well i think one of the most important things would be to read all of your comments ... they made me smile :D #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @mrsgracepoole: RT @dwylieinstitute: @WeNurChat Get involved, speak up, ask to participate in decisions that impact you #NurChat
britainsnurses
@AgencyNurse And, thank you. You are doing a vital job. Keep going. #nurchat
nursemaiden
@WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them and nursing
WeNurChat
RT @Ramck001: @WeNurChat I think 'Would you like a cup of tea?' is the best thing for morale that I've ever said to a Nurse. #NurChat
DGFoord
@sphams @mikkywatt Well said! We need to care for our colleagues with compassion, kindness & respect, however difficult things get #Nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @sphams: @WeNurChat everyday remember what it feels like to get a compliment from a patient #nurchat #inspired #proud #NurChat
MrsGracePoole
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them ...
Cazzer3
@AgencyNurse @wenurchat at the end of each shift think of 1 good thing you achieved.... #NurChat #positivethinking
AgencyNurse
@sphams patient thanks yous are even more special #NurChat
dwylieinstitute
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them ...
michellemellor3
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them ...
WeNurChat
RT @nursemaiden: that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them and nursing #NurChat
britainsnurses
RT @nursemaiden: #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them and nursing
sphams
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them ...
blondenurse33
On way home on train from long day missed another #nurchat :( although kept up to date with the 12 hours of nursing done today. Spk soon
WeNurChat
Thank you all for tonight ... Great chat and thanks to @britainsnurses :) #NurChat
jmickey12
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them ...
sphams
@AgencyNurse they are the things that keep me going when it gets difficult #nurchat
michellemellor3
enjoyed another Great #NurChat great to hear everyone's views. Keep going #nurses & never give up caring!
WeNurChat
For more details about helping @britainsnurses to help us go to http://t.co/UEZSl3T4 #NurChat
DGFoord
@Cazzer3 My 9 year-old says 3 things he's enjoyed at the end of the day; should we adopt this as a team at the end of a shift/day? #nurchat
WeNurChat
We have a #NurChat birthday celebration coming up next thurs 2/8 8pm ... I year old ... Details here http://t.co/kuaOu6qK #NurChat
merlyboo
RT @britainsnurses: RT @nursemaiden: #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Che ...
WeNurChat
RT @sphams: @AgencyNurse they are the things that keep me going when it gets difficult #NurChat
Susie8lue
@AgencyNurse @dgfoord I think companies outside the nhs don't get the media attention that we do #NurChat
nursemaiden
@WeNurChat #NurChat Was thinking of my dad at the time and came from the heart :-)
DGFoord
RT @WeNurChat: We have a #NurChat birthday celebration coming up next thurs 2/8 8pm ... I year old ... Details here http://t.co/kuaOu6qK ...
studentnurdse
Well thank you all for another brilliant #NurChat
anniecoops
RT @WeNurChat: We have a #NurChat birthday celebration coming up next thurs 2/8 8pm ... I year old ... Details here http://t.co/kuaOu6qK ...
britainsnurses
Thank you NurChatters. You are an amazing bunch of nurses and full of good idea to improve these problems. #nurchat
britainsnurses
RT @wenurchat: For more details about helping @britainsnurses to help us go to http://t.co/MywQfA9u #NurChat
WeNurChat
RT @studentnurdse: Well thank you all for another brilliant #NurChat < and thank you!
DGFoord
@Susie8lue @AgencyNurse Certainly, but some notable exceptions, e.g. Southern Cross. Morale can't have been good there? #Nurchat
WeNurChat
RT @britainsnurses: Thank you NurChatters. You are an amazing bunch of nurses and full of good idea to improve these problems. #NurChat
studentnurdse
RT @nursemaiden: @WeNurChat #NurChat that nursing is a privilege a window into people lives at their most vulnerable time. Cherish them ...
britainsnurses
RT @wenurchat: We have a #NurChat birthday celebration coming up next thurs 2/8 8pm I year old.. Details here http://t.co/Vh0FI1qa #NurChat
Susie8lue
RT @WeNurChat: RT @MrsGracePoole: @DGFoord @nursemaiden #NurChat humour is great for morale. A well timed laugh is crucial. #NurChat
britainsnurses
And if you would like to tell your story of what inspired you to become a nurse we would LOVE to hear from you. #nurchat
TVN_UHCW
@karenmanning_1 @michellemellor3 @AgencyNurse #NurChat nurses must get away from thinking what we do is basic care to essential care
AgencyNurse
have a warm feeling inside now after chatting to so many lovely nurses ... #moraleboost :)) #NurChat

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