How to Organize a Nursing Shift: Nutshell (Nursing)

00:01 Some important things to note for shift organization is guys start planning at the beginning of your shift.

00:09 So if we start planning now after bedside shift report, this will help make our day much smoother and we can get those tasks done and stay ahead.

00:18 A lot of times I'll see nurses, no offense to those, they go down to breakfast during their shift and then they're way far behind for the rest of it.

00:26 So be diligent about your time with your patients and how you plan your day.

00:32 Don't forget as well to cluster your care.

00:35 Remember, an example would be, I go to give meds, I forgot the med cup, I've got an injection to give, then I have to run back to the med room to get an alcohol pad for clean guys that is wasting a lot of time.

00:47 So think ahead and make sure you cluster your care whenever possible.

00:52 And lastly, guys expect the unexpected.

00:56 I almost laugh when I say this, I've been a nurse for a long time and every time I think the day is gonna go smooth, something happens.

01:04 The best advice I can give you is start planning early on your shift.

01:08 Try to stay ahead of your tasks and your shift will go much more smoothly.

01:13 Thank you for watching.