AMN Healthcare’s most recent biannual Survey of Registered Nurses uncovered some telling insights in what nurses across the U.S. are thinking and feeling, specifically in relation to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Join Dr. Cole Edmonson as he discusses the importance of these findings and how it affects patients' care. This episode is sponsored by AMN Healthcare.
Summary
AMN Healthcare Survey Reveals Nurses' Thoughts on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Introduction
AMN Healthcare has recently released their biannual Survey of Registered Nurses to uncover insights into what nurses across the United States are thinking and feeling about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the nursing workplace. In this episode, Dr. Cole Edmonson, Chief Clinical Officer of AMN Healthcare, will discuss the importance of these findings and their impact on patient care.
The Importance of Inclusion in the Nursing Workplace
Dr. Edmonson emphasizes the importance of inclusion in the nursing workplace in terms of performance, quality, and cost. He identifies different ways organizations can ensure their nurses feel a sense of belonging, such as creating a psychologically safe environment where nurses can express their ideas and opinions, and involving nurses in the design and implementation of technologies.
Nurse Survey Results
The nurse survey revealed that 70% of nurses reported their employers provide programs that promote DEI and belonging. However, non-white nurses and those who don't identify as heterosexual reported experiencing more discrimination in the workplace. To promote belonging, organizations should focus on increasing diversity, recruiting and retaining underrepresented groups of nurses, and creating a trans-professional work environment. Nurse managers are critical in creating such cultures of belonging and should receive education and training in unconscious bias, difficult conversations, anti-bullying tactics, ethics, finance, and advocacy.
Conclusion
This podcast episode highlights the importance of DEI and belonging in the nursing workplace. AMN Healthcare's survey provides insights into nurses' thoughts on inclusion and how it impacts patient care. Thank you, Dr. Edmonson, for sharing your expertise with us. To find more podcasts from Becker's, visit Becker's Hospital Review website. And a special thank you to our sponsor, AMN Healthcare.
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This episode aired on 10/17/2022 and can be listened here.
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