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This study aims to analyze top-down communication from nursing and allied health Heads to healthcare workers to identify challenges and improvement strategies.

March 1, 2026BMC NursingOpen Access

Forwarding information and communication within collaboratives: exploring the perceptions of Heads of Nursing and Allied Health Professionals

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FVFilippo VellaInstitute for High Performance Computing and Networking MFMaurizio Moreno FattoriAzienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona GMGiulia MariniUniversity of Verona

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Qualitative study analyzes communication challenges among nursing and allied health leaders, suggesting improvements for healthcare settings.

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This study aims to analyze top-down communication from nursing and allied health Heads to healthcare workers to identify challenges and improvement strategies.
Conducted a qualitative descriptive study using content analysis.
Sample included nineteen Heads of Nursing and Allied Health Professionals with at least two years of experience.
Used semi-structured interviews that were audio-recorded and transcribed.
Analyzed data by two independent researchers to identify themes.
Identified five main categories affecting communication: software usage, time management, feedback strategies, contextualization, and uncertainty about effectiveness.
Formal tools like email and meetings are primary communication channels; instant messaging is for urgent alerts.
Emphasized the importance of balancing technology and personal well-being of Heads in communication processes.

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Vella et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a3d856ec16d51705d2f1eb https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-026-04490-6

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Qualitative study analyzes communication challenges among nursing and allied health leaders, suggesting improvements for healthcare settings.

Forwarding information and communication within collaboratives: exploring the perceptions of Heads of Nursing and Allied Health Professionals

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Forwarding information and communication within collaboratives: exploring the perceptions of Heads of Nursing and Allied Health Professionals

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