[Sharon]

Consider one of the teams that you work in now. Are they high-functioning? If so, what are they doing right and if not, what areas could they improve in?

[Taylor]

The team I was recently working with was extremely high-functioning and great to work with. They were all motivated members of the health-care team that show true kindness to all of our clients. They are always willing to lend a hand to a co-worker in need, even if it means cutting a break short. They are dedicated to their positions and it was an honour to work with that team!

[Francine]

It is so important to have a cohesive team as you described. The work can be challenging and stressful and having a high-functioning team can make a difference. It also leads to better patient outcomes.

[Shawana]

The team I was working with ( during my co-up) was a high performance team. Effective communication was very important to the healthcare team, this helped them to prevent errors and sharing the responsibilities.

[Courtney]

I believe the team I work with now is able to function effectively and efficiently. We all share the same goals and have the same outlook when it comes to patient care which is a great asset to any team. I feel our communication could improve as I feel sometimes things get dropped or lost in translation which is not overly difficult when you are in a long term care home with 42 patients per unit and 4 different units. However, I do feel this is something that can be improved upon and because our team is able to work together so effectively I believe this is something that we can achieve.

[Tara]

I recently changed my place of employment as previous workplace was not an environment where I felt supported by management. There were a few members of the nursing team that were very toxic and were not team players. This made the job harder to function as it increased anxiety among staff and poor communication. The management team seemed to never discipline or try and stop the incidents. They would take the complaint and do nothing to rectify situations.
My current place of work is wonderful. It is run by team of management that always have the time to discuss any issues that arise and don’t allow them to be swept under the rug. The nursing team all work together in ensuring the best quality of care and help out others. Makes a big difference in work ethic

[Antoinette]

The team I currently work with is high functioning. Everyone works cohesively and helps each other out. Of course floor acuity, and staffing plays a big role in this. Although the floor can be pretty acute, it is a smaller unit and we are staffed very well so we all have the time to help each other out. Both the educator and manager are very supportive, they have a thorough onboarding program, which was not present on the previous unit I worked on. They also have lots of opportunity for growth and leadership within the unit.

[Patrice]

I considered the team that I had recently worked with within the healthcare setting as highly functioning because it was evident that each team member understood their roles and responsibilities; as well, there was clarity of job functions. There was a recognition of the value of working together as a team towards a common goal of providing the highest level of care for each patient.

[Brittany]

In all honesty I’ve worked in healthcare for along time and have seen many different styles of working “together”. that being said I feel very privileged that at my last consolidation I got to be a part of a dream team. I think a huge contributing factor is almost all the nurses have worked together for 5 plus yrs. I also think that when it comes to such a critical unit like cardio no one is going to leave anyone shorthanded. I found these nurses had a different kind of dedication, they were invested in their patients care and it showed. As I mentioned in a prior post this team was not solely the nurses I’ve never experienced the multidisciplinary team working so close together. Even as a student The doctors, surgeons all the way to pharmacy were in direct communication with me. This type of team work is beneficial for all parties involved most importantly the patient.

[Ayotunde]

I am currently having my placement in a Long-Term home and I can say they are high functioning, as everyone is actively involved and works together as a team with a common goal and always make sure the aim is about residents’ satisfaction because most of them are unable to advocate for themselves.

[Omono]

The team I work with are very functioning , helpful and goal and team oriented. They are ever ready to help when I am in need of clarifications. During my transition from PSW to RPN the whole team foster a collaborative environment where all team member feels comfortable readily sharing ideas for the good of the residents.

[Amber]

The team I was working with was very high functioning. Everyone helped each other and worked together towards the common goal. The only time the dynamics were different was due to certain colleagues not working well with each other. The majority of the staff were very like-minded individuals, approachable and team players.

[Adeola]

I am currently completing my consolidation hours in an emergency department. I will say the team functions as a high-functioning team as the nurses work as a team, everyone has clear roles and responsibilities, there is effective communication among the team members and is constantly collaborating with the interprofessional healthcare team members to optimize the well-being of the patients.

[Coleen]

As an RPN nurse, I work within a team in a long-term care facility. Our team is generally high-functioning, but like any team, there are always areas for improvement.

One thing our team does well is communication. We have regular team meetings where we discuss patient care plans, share updates, and address any concerns or challenges. This open communication fosters collaboration and ensures everyone is on the same page regarding patient care.

However, there are areas where we could improve. For instance, we could enhance our teamwork during busy shifts by better coordinating tasks and supporting each other as needed. Additionally, we could focus more on professional development and continuing education to stay updated on best practices and advancements in healthcare.

Overall, while our team is high-functioning, there’s always room for growth and improvement, and we’re committed to working together to provide the best possible care for our patients.

[Shannon]

The team I work with is high functioning. Everyone helps every to get the task at hand compete. Sometimes you come across a few “bad apples” but in general everyone works well together, and are great team players

[Christiana]

The team I work with currently in my consolidation is high functioning. We work together and help one another whenever there is a need for two-person assist with transfers or care.

[Rahmatu]

Effective collaboration is an important factor for high-functioning teams. I have worked in facilities where this is usually the norm for most of the workers and has been efficient in ensuring optimal patient outcome, relieves the stress of the job, and also enhances employee satisfaction.

[Paige]

The team i work with currently is high functioning. We have good communication skills, we are efficient, and we are always reachign out and helping one another if needed

[Adriana]

The team in which I am currently involve is focused in stroke and neuro patients. Every health care worker has different roles and working as a team we always support to each other. We had a code blue the other night and as a domino pieces each of them was doing something in order to help this patient. Based on good communication skills, respect, initiative, being pro active, this patient was ok after the code.

[Julian]

The team that I was in is high functioning the team communicates very well, the team communicates with the charge nurse and the charge nurse notifies the staff nurses about new orders. The charge and staff nurses organize their schedules to place physiotherapy sessions. Also, the UCP are delegated tasks often and teamwork is constantly maintained they all try to support each other, for example with hygiene care and with unstable patients. The area for improvement would be more opportunities for education because there is a moderate amount only.

[Kerisha]

Yes I believe my team is a highly functioning team. My team members communicate openly and share ideas that will benefit the group. We offer help to each other and collaborate without conflict to achieve our common goal.

[Nicole]

I currently work on a small surgical unit where the entire interdisciplinary team works together cohesively. The team exhibits the common elements and attributes that contribute to a high functioning team. For example, since the nursing staff work so closely with the surgeons, there is mutual trust and respect.

[Ngan]

In considering a personal work team, I would said that it is not high functioning. Of the three common elements of a high functioning team, team work is appropriate towards high functioning but team members and environment does not. With regards to team work, the team is able to come together and complete all tasks. The flaw in team members and environment is due to the wide range of members and the generational gaps. Issues such as social gaps, knowledge and education/learning style has created an environment of separation.

[Yanique]

I was a part of a high-functioning team that works together cohesively, communicates effectively, and achieves its goals while maintaining a positive work environment.
Clear communication, Defined roles and responsibilities, Mutual respect and
Support and recognition were some of the qualities we displayed

[Rose]

Hi,
It sounds like you were part of a great team, Yanique! Clear communication, defined roles, and mutual respect are definitely key to a high-functioning team. It’s great that you had a positive work environment where everyone supported each other and achieved goals together. That kind of teamwork really makes a difference! Great job, and keep it up. Thanks for sharing.
Rose

[Janecia]

The team I am currently working with is high functioning. We work together to aid in residents care and we share mutual trust and respect.

[Gagandeep]

My team in long-term care is supportive and communicative, which makes us pretty high-functioning. We help each other out and keep residents needs our top priority. Further we could improve by streamlining handovers to avoid confusion.

[Nancy]

I work in an LTC where the team has changed as management and coworkers have left. These changes affected the team’s high-functioning; sometimes, it improved, and others did not. When the team was at its best, members were respectful and openly communicated; management really supported and recognized the employees. Staff knew their task and worked in a timely manner.

[Rose]

Hello,
I would say the team I currently work with is high-functioning. We communicate effectively, collaborate well, and support each other in our roles. One of the things we’re doing right is holding regular team meetings to ensure everyone is on the same page, and we share feedback openly. We also prioritize patient care, and everyone takes responsibility for their tasks. However, there’s always room for improvement. Sometimes, we can be a bit rushed, and better time management could help us reduce stress and improve our efficiency. But, we work well together, but fine-tuning our workflow would make us even more effective.
Thanks for reading my post guys!
Rose

[Wafaa]

I believe the team I work with is relatively high-functioning. One thing they do really well is communication; everyone is open about their needs and expectations, which helps prevent misunderstandings. We also make sure to regularly check in with one another, which fosters a strong sense of support and collaboration. However, one area we could improve in is delegation. Sometimes, tasks tend to pile up on a few people because there is not always clarity on who should handle what.

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