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al performance evaluations. If a
few staffers complain that none
of the crews fit their interests or
personalities, don't hesitate to
develop one that does.
Make it a priority to schedule
an hour or so away from bed-
side nursing each month so pit
crews can meet. Also structure
time during the regular work-
day for a crew to complete spe-
cial projects they propose, such
as redesigning the supply room.
Giving them time to meet and
implement change is key to
making this system's success.
You'll be rewarded with a
staff who appreciates making
meaningful contributions to the
accomplishments of your facili-
ty. Working on a pit crew gives
them ownership in the changes
they suggest, which means the
improvements are easier to
make and more likely to stick.
OSM
Ms. Brunges
(brungm@shands.ufl.edu) is the
nurse manager at Shands Hospital at the
University of Florida Health System in
Gainesville.
