The need for maximum voluntary collaboration by nurses in practice and education is critical and current efforts are not meeting this need. The author presents a multiple functional model of professional nursing and suggests strategies to facilitate collaboration. (Author)

Describes the collegial, collaborative relationships resulting from the integration of nursing, medicine, and administration. Discusses the benefits and problems of the unification of nursing practice and education. (SK)

A noted economist discusses the possible effects of the constrained economic environment upon employment opportunities for nurses, nursing education, the role of nurse practitioners, and nurse-physician collegiality. (SK)

Explains how to plan ahead for successful publishing and provides guidelines for the efficient and timely publication of nursing research. (Author/SK)

Few nursing administrators recognize what type of turnover is occurring, how much, and where. Availability of this information is essential to the control and reduction of turnover. (JOW)

Nursing managers have tried a number of systems to increase employee participation, and quality circles seem to be the most promising method currently available. Describes effective implementation techniques within a nursing organization. (JOW)

Examines nurses' attitudes about direct patient care in hospitals. Suggests a new perspective on nursing careers, one that should stimulate nursing administrators' thinking about developing programs that retain experienced clinicians, reward their practice, and acknowledge their contributions. (JOW)

Burnout is a problem among nurses and other helping professionals. Reports reviewed here will help nursing administrators recognize signs of burnout among their staff. The author cites the need for research and makes suggestions to alleviate the problem. (JOW)

Describes a racial tensions seminar in an academic setting and suggests implications for health care institutions. (DM)

Competency-based orientation for nurses provides a practical and cost-effective transition to the practice setting. The program requires a large initial investment in the development of self-learning materials and evaluation tools but greatly reduces instructor time. (SK)

To design cost-effective solutions to nursing practice problems, staff development educators must be able to identify problems accurately. This article presents approaches to problem identification and criteria for problem classification that will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of staff development departments and activities. (Author)