Chelsea LeBlanc Arrington, John Voight, Jennifer Rivers, Nicole Eggert, Heidi Gilroy
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Abstract
Night shift nurses face unique operational challenges that affect care quality and staff well-being, including limited resources, high patient turnover, and complex cases. These factors can lead to inefficiencies and safety concerns. Implementing a night shift resource nurse improves operations by enhancing patient care, increasing shift-specific support, reducing emergencies, and boosting staff satisfaction and efficiency. This model offers a targeted solution to improve outcomes during overnight hours.
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