Impact of Staff Turnover on Patient Outcomes

This chapter examines the complex relationship between staff turnover and patient outcomes in healthcare, particularly focusing on the correlation between increased turnover rates among nurses and doctors and heightened mortality rates for emergency patients. It discusses the importance of robust data collection and standardized measures for assessing healthcare quality, while also addressing challenges related to patient turnover and data biases. The chapter underscores the significance of nurse retention and engagement in maintaining effective healthcare delivery and improving patient care outcomes.