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. 2023 Nov 1;53(11):563-564.
doi: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001345.

Recognizing and Addressing Ghosting of Nursing Candidates

Kendrea Todt  1
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Recognizing and Addressing Ghosting of Nursing Candidates

Kendrea Todt. J Nurs Adm. .

Abstract

Ghosting of applicants in nursing recruitment can be considered uncivil behavior. Ghosting, or cutting off communication with another person without explanation, is a problem that can be addressed by setting organizational and industry standards for the handling of nursing applicants. This column reviews the phenomenon of ghosting in the recruitment process and offers suggestions to ensure this experience does not occur.

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The author declares no conflicts of interest.

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