Abstract

This quality improvement project assessed how simple engagement strategies impacted job satisfaction and retention rates among resource nurses. Results showed exceedingly positive feedback, improved satisfaction, and a remarkable decrease in turnover. Findings suggest simple, low-cost interventions can enhance connection and retention among staffing resource nurses.

Notes

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Author Details

Amy Harper, MSN, RN, CPN - 20 years pediatric nursing; Amy Roscher, BSN, RN, CPN

Sigma Membership

Omicron Gamma

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quality Improvement

Research Approach

Mixed/Multi Method Research

Keywords:

Workplace Satisfaction, Job Satisfaction, Employee Retention, Staff Retention, Burnout, Psychological Burnout, Social Belonging, Recognition (Psychology), Interpersonal Communication

Conference Name

Creating Healthy Work Environments

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2026

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Review Type

Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2026-06-01

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Improving Workplace Satisfaction and Staff Retention Among Nurses in a Staffing Resource Pool

Washington, DC, USA

This quality improvement project assessed how simple engagement strategies impacted job satisfaction and retention rates among resource nurses. Results showed exceedingly positive feedback, improved satisfaction, and a remarkable decrease in turnover. Findings suggest simple, low-cost interventions can enhance connection and retention among staffing resource nurses.