Speaking up as an extension of socio-cultural dynamics in hospital settings: a study of staff experiences of speaking up across seven hospitals.

Antoinette Pavithra; Russell Mannion; Neroli Sunderland; Johanna I. Westbrook

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Speaking up as an extension of socio-cultural dynamics in hospital settings: a study of staff experiences of speaking up across seven hospitals.

February 22, 2023

Pavithra A, Mannion R, Sunderland N, et al. J Health Org Manag. 2022;36(9):245-271.

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Speaking up behaviors among healthcare workers is indicative of psychological safety and a culture of safety. This survey of healthcare staff working at seven sites across one hospital network in Australia found that speaking up behaviors are influenced by whether staff feel empowered in their roles and supported by their peers and supervisors.

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