Retaining Lost Knowledge: A Challenge and Opportunity for Nurse Leaders
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Theresa A. Gaffney, PhD, MPA, Department of Nursing, Malek School of Health Professions, Marymount University, Arlington, Virginia, USA
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- Eta Alpha
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Abstract
With the profession's most experienced nurses retiring, addressing lost knowledge presents a challenge and opportunity for nurse leaders. This presentation will offer practical and proven techniques, gleaned from manufacturing, engineering, business, and technology industries, that nurse leaders can incorporate in their organizations to stem the critical loss of expert knowledge.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-11-08T21:34:46Z
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Knowledge Transfer; Lost Knowledge; Nursing Workforce |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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