Discussion

* Sandra recently began questioning her decision to become a nurse and was considering leaving the profession after only six months of licensure. Orientation had left her in tears at least once per week, and she began questioning her ability to be a safe and competent nurse. Sandra felt belittled by her preceptor and unsupported by her co-workers, who all seemed too busy to help her. She frequently observed her preceptor roll her eyes and sigh loudly when Sandra asked a question; she observed the same thing from the preceptors of the other two new graduates.

1) As the nurse manager, what strategies can be implemented to reduce lateral violence on Sandra's part?2) How can Sandra and the other new graduates improve the work environment?