EP 89: The Alarming Rise of Recent Violence in Healthcare - Part 1

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In this special edition of Nurses Uncorked, the hosts discuss the alarming rise in workplace violence within the healthcare sector, particularly focusing on recent incidents that have left nurses feeling unsafe and overwhelmed. Nurses Uncorked alumni, Matthew @themassholemcguido, joins the discussion this week. They delve into specific recent violent incidents and first hand accounts. The conversation highlights the need for better security measures, the responsibilities of hospital administration, and the emotional toll on healthcare professionals. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the hosts emphasize the urgent need for change in how healthcare facilities handle violent situations and protect their staff. It discusses the alarming normalization of workplace violence in nursing and the implications of statements made by union representatives. In this conversation, the speakers discuss a recent active shooter situation in a healthcare setting, highlighting the inadequacies of security measures, communication failures during the crisis, and the systemic issues that contribute to such incidents. They emphasize the need for accountability and improvements in hospital safety protocols, particularly in light of the increasing violence in healthcare environments.

 

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