Use of nursing assistants: staff nurse opinions.
Use of assistive nursing personnel generates fear, uncertainty and lack of trust in many RNs, yet most agree that "help is needed." The nursing profession must develop minimum standards, a code of ethics and appropriate preparation for nursing assistants. They are here to stay!
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