The AWARE Framework: A Technology-Driven Approach to Creating a Safer Care Environment

Katherine Virkstis; LouAnn Balá; Jennifer Taylor; Robin Forester

doi:10.1097/NNA.0000000000001397

The AWARE Framework: A Technology-Driven Approach to Creating a Safer Care Environment

J Nurs Adm. 2024 Mar 1;54(3):139-141. doi: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001397.

Authors

Katherine Virkstis¹, LouAnn Balá, Jennifer Taylor, Robin Forester

Affiliation

¹ Author Affiliations: Vice President (Dr Virkstis), Clinical Advisory Services; Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer (Ms Balá), Content Strategy and Clinical Solutions; Director (Ms Taylor), Clinical Services; and Senior Clinical Consultant (Ms Forester), Get Well, Bethesda, Maryland.

PMID: 38381569
DOI: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001397

Abstract

The alarming rise in workplace violence against healthcare workers, particularly nurses, is concerning. Addressing this complex issue requires a systematic, technology-driven approach. The AWARE Framework offers nurse leaders an actionable strategy to create a safer care environment by integrating advanced digital solutions.

MeSH terms

Health Personnel
Humans
Workplace
Workplace Violence* / prevention & control