Conflict in the Workplace

Working as a travel nurse, you will be working in different hospitals and facilities often. Conflict in the workplace can make working at some hospitals difficult, even if you know that you are only there for 13 weeks. Conflicts can happen for a variety of reasons.. Managing conflict does not have to be a huge challenge, but it can help you make your time at that hospital more enjoyable. Here are some of the ways that you can manage conflict in the workplace as a travel nurse.

One of the main causes of conflicts in the workplace is caused by personality clashes. Personality clashes are difficult to resolve, and avoiding that person is not going to work. Do your best to avoid unprofessional discussions with this person, and take the high ground if a disagreement is about to happen. As a travel nurse, you are only going to be at that location for around 13 weeks. However, you still need to treat people with respect, so treat them how you would like to be treated. Take the time to think about how you are asking for help or speaking to make sure you are getting your message across clearly.

Disputes also occur due to poor communication or no communication. In the workplace there needs to be clear direction and when this has not been effectively communicated, conflicts often arise. Communication must be clear and concise. This is sure to help reduce conflicts and anxiety within the workplace setting. Additionally setting a standard of good communication will have a positive impact on the way employees communicate with each other. 

Conflict can occur in any organization when employees with different backgrounds and priorities work together. With the right mindset conflict can—and should—be resolved.