Conflict in nursing: 3 common flare-ups and how to resolve them

Work pressures, personality clashes and professional differences make ill-feeling in the workplace hard to avoid, but with the right support, it can be done

• Differences of opinion or personality between colleagues can foster negative attitudes and behaviour if not addressed
• Experts consider the triggers that can cause conflict for nurses in their workplaces
• Take practical tips on what to do when disagreement spills over into personal rancour

Working under great pressure with ever-changing teams means working relationships for nurses can be pushed to breaking point. But what is the best way to tackle issues when they flare?

We’ve asked the experts