Nurses value training programs that are interactive and engaging as they contribute to their professional growth. However, in-person training opportunities are becoming scarce, which poses a challenge in orienting new hires. Traditional training methods, such as watching videos and attending lectures, can be tedious and boring for staff.
Effective orientations and training programs are crucial for fostering relationship-building and creating a sense of belonging among employees. In turn, this leads to improved retention rates, reduced turnover, and higher quality care delivery.
This book, "Navigating Long-term Care: A Reflective Workbook for Nurses," accompanies the new training manual, Navigating Long-term Care: A Practical Approach for Nurses, seeks to bridge training gaps and enhance quality care delivery.
In this book, you will evaluate your learning and understanding of critical long-term care work processes through:
- Case study reviews
- Interactive individual and group activities
- Self-reflective exercises
- Journaling
- Clinical skill competencies
I encourage trainees to accept this learning approach and allow themselves to grow as long-term care nurses. A copy of the workbook may be given annually to staff during retreats. Also, it can be used as a tool for re-education, where specific activities are assigned when deficient practice(s) are observed. Finally, this workbook will revamp nursing orientations, making them engaging, interactive, and fun!
