Bullies engage in a variety of behaviors. Like bullies those behaviors may be overt and aggressive or they may be subtle and passive aggressive, depending on what torment the bully feels is best suited for their chosen target. In her article, A Matter of Respect and Dignity: Bullying in the Nursing Profession, Laura A. Stokowski, RN, MS identifies... [More]

So let’s talk a little about bullying. We have all witnessed it, perpetrated it or been the victim of bullying at one time or another in our lives. Certainly bullying is not unique to nursing. Yet you never hear the phrase [More]

House Rules I have been reminded to inform you about the blog guidelines and post some house rules. Blog Policies and Guidelines 1. Any views I express in this blog are mine alone and do not necessarily represent the views of Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics. Likewise, if you decide to post a comment on this blog, the views you express are yours and do not necessarily represent the views of Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics. When you express your opinions via a blog, you are legally responsible for your commentary. 2. If you post a comment on this blog, b... [More]