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Decompression from Work

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Nurses and their leaders struggle with burnout and exhaustion. A contributor is the inability to decompress after work effectively. Press Ganey, a leading provider of experience measurement, published a report that analyzed data from over 345,000 clinical RN voices to understand today’s nursing workforce better and recommend […] The post Decompression from Work appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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A Conversation with Rep Frank Chopp (1953-2025)

Josephine Ensign

Rep Frank Chopp, May 16, 2022. Photo credit: Josephine Ensign “Where’s the greatest need?” Frank Chopp said he constantly asked himself during his lifetime as a health, housing, and social care advocate, first in direct services in Seattle and then as our longest-term Speaker of the House in Olympia. From starting some of Seattle’s earliest social housing programs, advocating for Apple Health for Kids , the Apple Health and Homes Initiative , behavioral health initiatives

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Patient Marketing: It Takes More Than Credentials

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Healthcare and the publics perception of it have changed significantly over the last fifty or even thirty years. While enjoying authority, trust, and broad acceptance in the past, the landscape is dramatically different today. In the past, healthcare providers were widely respected as the ultimate decision-makers, and patients rarely questioned their medical advice and authority.

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Legal Responsibilities of Nurses in Medication Administration 

American Medical Compliance

Medication errors are serious legal responsibilities of nurses and are often a deadly issue in healthcare. According to the Institute of Medicine , more than 7,000 people die each year due to medication-related mistakes. One in every 131 outpatient deaths and one in every 854 inpatient deaths can be traced back to these errorsmany of which are preventable.

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

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The Time for Action Is Now: We Must Take Bold Steps to Transform the Nursing Profession

Daily Nurse

The healthcare profession is at a pivotal moment. A growing crisis is evident across various sectors, driven by healthcare workforce shortages and a lack of skilled professionals prepared to thrive in high-stress environments. The recent global pandemic intensified this issue, leading to higher turnover rates among new nurses who often opt for less demanding roles.

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“We Were Made for Times Like These”

Nursology

This is the title of Sally Thorne’s editorial in Nursing Inquiry published on March 11, 2025. The editorial is “free access” – meaning that reading and downloading the PDF file is free of any cost.

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The Countdown is On – Five Days Until the Masterclass

The Nursing Site

Did you get your FREE Ticket yet? The Countdown is On – Five Days Until the Masterclass. Im thrilled to announce that Ill be speaking at the Reignite Your Passion in Healthcare Masterclass a FREE virtual event happening March 28 through April 1 ! Save your spot here: [link] Join me and 20 expert speakers as we dive deep into practical strategies and insights that will help you: Reclaim your energy and recharge your passion for your healthcare career Tackle stress and overwhelm with action

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Healthy Eating Tips for Travel Nurses

The Gypsy Nurse

Between long shifts, adjusting to new locations, and constantly being on the move, eating healthy can feel like a challenge for travel nurses. A busy schedule can lead to quick, convenient food choices that arent always the healthiest. With a little planning and a few simple strategies, you can fuel your body with nutritious meals and snacks that will keep you healthy and energized for every shift!

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Call for Papers for Special Issue

Advances in Nursing Science

Topic: Evolutions in Theory for Nursing Science Theory provides the substance of the discipline and is vital for the development of nursing knowledge. It provides a structured framework to guide variable selection, formulate hypotheses, design methodologically sound studies, and facilitate the interpretation and application of findings into practice.

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Exploring the Benefits and Paths to Nursing Higher Education

Diversity Nursing

As the healthcare sector continues to progress, the need for highly skilled Nursing professionals is more evident than ever. Pursuing further education in Nursing not only improves patient care but also provides opportunities for leadership positions, specialized practice, and increased compensation. For those contemplating an advanced Nursing degree, understanding the advantages and available pathways is needed for making an informed decision.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno

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False Equivalencies in Nursing Ethics 

Nursology

Part 1: A Call for Moral Clarity Sally Thornes March 11 (2025) We Were Made for These Times editorial in Nursing Inquiry stimulated a lively discussion among nurse leaders about our ethical obligations (see for example, our Nursology.net March 21st post).

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From Chalkboards to Competencies: My Journey Through the Evolution of Nursing Education

Minority Nurse

As a Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN-Ed) student, I find myself living in two worlds: remembering the familiar comfort of traditional teaching and learning the exciting, sometimes chaotic adventure of competency-based education (CBE). It is like switching from driving a reliable old sedan to a sleek electric car. Both take you where you need to go, but the ride feels different, and sometimes, you find yourself Googling it.

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‘Better than nothing’: Clinicians and hospital heads accept lower standards of care outside metro hospitals

Nursing Review

Seven million Australians live in rural and remote areas and many struggle to access the same quality of health care as those in metropolitan areas. More than 18,000 Australians have no access to primary health care services within an hours drive time from their home, and many are hours or even multiple days drive from their closest major hospital. Travel to a major city to access health care is costly and time-consuming.

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How CNOs Can Make the Financial Case for Nurse Wellbeing

Health Leaders | Nursing

Prioritizing wellbeing requires leadership and individual commitment, says this nurse well-being thought leader. The term "well-being" is a broad term defined in many ways today, depending on the person and their environment. For CNOs, well-being programs and initiatives can focus on employee mental health, physical wellness, finding solutions to combat burnout, and creating healthy work environments.

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Maximizing Your Benefits Strategy: Reframing the Way We View Fertility

Speaker: Lizzie Wright - Director of Customer Success at Carrot Fertility

Employee expectations around benefits and workplace support have evolved in step with the growing need for fertility and family-forming care. As HR professionals, it is our job to ensure employees have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits our organizations offer and how they can utilize them. Before educating employees, we first need to understand the rising healthcare costs and the financial burden of fertility care.

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From Classroom to Community: OT Students Give Back Through Monthly Meal Service

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

At the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences , being a “force for good” isnt just a phraseits a guiding principle that students live by. Every month since 2022, occupational therapy (OT) students on the St. Augustine, FL campus have volunteered with the local nonprofit St. Francis House to make and serve food for families experiencing homelessness.

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Exploring APRN Certifications: How to Choose the Right One for Your Career

Daily Nurse

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) include nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists, clinical nurse specialists, and nurse midwives. These four APRN certifications substantially impact healthcare, as they provide high-quality care and help meet the needs of the growing and aging population. Read below to discover the various types of APRN certifications.

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Response to Nurses in Media: Beyond Institutional Control and the CNO’s Directive

Minority Nurse

We appreciate the ongoing dialogue surrounding the role of nurses in media and how healthcare organizations engage with media professionals and nursing. However, we must address some misinterpretations in the response to the article, Nurses’ Voices in Media: Strategies for Chief Nursing Officers. Our work with Chief Nursing Officers (CNOs) is informed by the Woodhull study revisited and our experience as journalists.

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What It’s Really Like Being A Travel Healthcare Provider

Core Medical Group

Wondering what life is really like as a travel healthcare provider? Recently, we got to connect with a few of our talented travelers about their journeys with CoreMedical Group. From a first assignment to more experienced travelers, we loved getting to catch up with our staff in the field. Get to know some of our travelers and their favorite parts about traveling, working with Core, and some of the amazing adventures theyve been on.

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Leveling the Playing Field: How HR Can Equitably Improve Health Outcomes Through Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

As HR and total rewards professionals, we are often seeking opportunities to foster a better sense of community and belonging amongst employees - ensuring that all employees have an equitable opportunity to receive fertility treatments is one of the many ways this can be achieved. Fertility benefits make it possible for employees to access treatments like IVF.

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Virtual Nursing Is Only Half the Equation for Offloading Nurse Burden

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurse leaders should leverage both virtual nursing and multidisciplinary care teams to remove burdens from the bedside nurse, say these nurse leaders. Virtual nursing will continue to become the standard of care in health systems across the industry. However, there are still several roadblocks that stand in the way of virtual nursing becoming the perfect solution for staffing and care delivery issues.

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AI in Mental Health: Innovations Transforming Behavioral Health

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

There is a considerable mental health crisis in the United States: 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year, yet less than half of these individuals receive treatment. 1 Furthermore, 160 million people live in areas that have a shortage of mental health professionals, contributing to the low number of individuals receiving treatment for their mental health concerns. 1 With mental health conditions capable of affecting personal, academic and work success, proper diagnosis and treatm

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WISHA, OSHA, and Infection Control Compliance Training for WA Dental Healthcare Providers

American Medical Compliance

The WISH,OSHA, and Infection Control Compliance Training for WA Dental Healthcare Providers course equips dental professionals with essential knowledge on WISHA, OSHA regulations, and infection control. Participants learn to maintain a safe work environment by identifying hazards, properly using personal protective equipment (PPE), and adhering to workplace safety standards.

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I’ve Just Passed My FNP Certification Exam, Now What?

Daily Nurse

Congratulations on passing the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification exam through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). This is a significant milestone and a key step in the transition from student to practicing FNP. After passing the FNP certification exam, many wonder about the next steps.

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The Future of Nursing: Why a DNP Degree is Becoming Essential

Registered Nursing

The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, and nurses are at the forefront of this transformation. For registered nurses looking to advance their careers, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree has become more than just an optionit’s becoming a strategic necessity. The Changing Landscape of Nursing Nursing is no longer just about patient care at the bedside.

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Nursing Board eyes expanding incentives, education revamp ahead of looming workforce exodus

Health Leaders | Nursing

With nearly 39,000 nurses in Alabama expected to leave the profession in the next four years, the Alabama Board of Nursing discussed several topics Monday that they hope will recruit more nurses ahead of the looming workforce exodus. Among the topics discussed included expanding an incentive program for nurse educators and revamping the Alabama Community College Systems Concept Based Nursing Curriculum, which was last updated in 2016.

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What to expect from tonight’s federal budget: Health and cost of living relief

Nursing Review

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will hand down the federal budget at 7:30pm (AEDT) tonight, Tuesday March 25. Here's what we know so far. The Albanese government has already made a number of significant pledges towards the improvement of national healthcare, and it is expected that it will remain a focus of Labor's budget papers tonight. As per recent announcements, it is expected that we will see money committed to the reduction of most Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines.

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Operating Room Protocols Training

American Medical Compliance

The Operating Room Protocols Training equips healthcare providers with essential guidelines to enhance surgical safety, prevent complications, and improve patient outcomes. With millions of surgeries performed worldwide, surgical safety remains a critical public health concern.This training covers key surgical protocols, including patient safety measures, procedural checklists, and best practices for preventing in-hospital complications, ensuring a higher standard of care in surgical settings.

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Navigating the APRN Certification Process: Steps, Requirements, and Popular Exam Options

Daily Nurse

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) include nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, nurse anesthetists, and clinical nurse specialists and play a critical role in healthcare delivery. APRNs can assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans, including prescribing medications to patients across the lifespan and various settings. APRNs must complete an advanced degree, which includes a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

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The Future of Travel Healthcare:  What’s on the Horizon?

The Gypsy Nurse

As healthcare needs continue to evolve, the role of travel healthcare professionals is becoming increasingly vital. From the growing demand for healthcare services to the advancements in telehealth, the travel healthcare landscape is in the midst of significant transformation. Whether you’re a nurse, physical therapist, medical technologist, or any other healthcare worker on the move, the future looks promising, with a host of new opportunities, trends, and changes on the horizon. 1.

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Nurses at Butler Memorial Hospital picketing for safer working conditions

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses in Butler County will be picketing Monday, adding their voices to a growing call for change when it comes to violence against healthcare workers. Workers will be doing informational picketing on Monday as they call for Independence Health System to increase safety measures, including having metal detectors at all of the entrances to Butler Memorial.

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When Silence Isn’t Golden - How a Healthcare Professional Was Pushed to ‘Reflect’ on an Unfounded Allegation And What It Means for All of Us

Equality 4 Black Nurses

When Justice Becomes PerformanceImagine standing at the intersection of integrity and injustice.Youve done nothing wrong - yet youre advised to reflect, apologise, and admit fault.Not because the facts demand it. But because your identity makes you more plausibly guilty.This is the lived reality for far too many Black nurses and doctors.This isnt just one story.

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Mastering Healthcare Documentation Training

American Medical Compliance

The Mastering Healthcare Documentation Training teaches healthcare providers how to create comprehensive, accurate medical records that enhance patient care, ensure legal compliance, and drive quality improvement. Additionally, participants will learn essential documentation elements, effective techniques for writing clear and objective medical notes, and how to navigate electronic health record (EHR) systems.

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NMC defines advanced practice for first time

Nursing Times

Find out more about the Nursing and Midwifery Council's new principles and definition of advanced practice.

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Avoiding Burnout With An Annual Vacation

The Gypsy Nurse

As a travel healthcare professional, you spend your days (or nights!) tirelessly caring for patients across the country, supporting facilities in need. This important work can often be exhausting and thankless, leading to potential burnout. One way that you can avoid burnout is to take time away from work to relax and recharge, focusing on yourself and your relationships.