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Preventing Addition Addiction

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Peter Drucker, considered the father of modern management theory, frequently talked about the problem leaders have in making decisions to stop doing things. The default in healthcare is to keep adding more. Addition addiction is a real problem today that frontline nurse leaders frequently discuss. Professionals are […] The post Preventing Addition Addiction appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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A Conversation with Charlotte Tucker Sanders, MSW

Josephine Ensign

Charlotte Tucker Sanders, MSW Back to basics. Back to what we know works. That is my main takeaway from my interview with social worker Charlotte Tucker Sanders. I’ve had the privilege to work with her, first at Neighborcare’s 45th Street Homeless Youth Clinic and then when I led the UW’s Doorway Project. She said, “I feel like if we were to really think about this world which seems to be driven by money, and the costs and benefits.

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How To Use Journaling To Manage Stress

Nurse Practitioners in Business

As a healthcare provider and business owner, you are no stranger to stress. Sometimes, the stress can feel overwhelming, from caring for patients to managing your office and everything in between. Yet stress, if ignored, can build up and eventually lead to burnout. But it doesnt have to end this way Dont allow stress to reach a level that may jeopardize your health, along with your business.

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Have a Bias for Action in Your Leadership

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN When I conduct focus groups with young nurses for organizations, I repeatedly hear a theme: They don’t see any loops being closed on problems and challenges. It is one reason why many pull back from shared governance efforts. It is critical today that nurse leaders have a […] The post Have a Bias for Action in Your Leadership appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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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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Donna Cardillo and Dr. Randolph Rasch Announced as Keynote and Endnote Speakers for NSNA 73rd Annual Convention

Donna Cardillo

Im honored to be the Keynote Speaker at the 73rd Annual NSNA Convention! Check out the official press release to learn more about this incredible event and my fellow speaker, Dr. Randolph Rasch: Read here Cant wait to connect and inspire future nurse leaders! #NSNA2025 #NurseLeaders #KeynoteSpeaker The post Donna Cardillo and Dr. Randolph Rasch Announced as Keynote and Endnote Speakers for NSNA 73rd Annual Convention first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.

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Violence against nurses: help us build full picture of the problem

Nursing Times

Nurses and midwives in the UK are urged to share their experiences of violence in the workplace, for a Nursing Times and Unison survey.

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Climate Change and Critical Care: How Nurses Can Lead the Fight for Environmental Sustainability

Daily Nurse

The healthcare industry is increasingly feeling the effects of climate change, impacting individual patients, clinicians, organizational operations, and public health as a whole. Nurses, as frontline caregivers and patient advocates, have a crucial role in both responding to and mitigating these environmental challenges. A recent symposium of articles published in AACN Advanced Critical Care explores the intersection of climate change and acute and critical care, highlighting the urgent need for

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The Relentless School Nurse: Meet the TikTok School Nurse – Mandy Palo is on a Mission to Educate and Entertain

The Relentless School Nurse

Mrs. Palo School nurse Mandy Palo, known on TikTok as Mrs. Palo , has carved out a unique niche for herself in the digital world, blending her professional expertise with the vibrant, engaging format of social media. Her venture into social media began with an Instagram account to share school nursing tips, but it was TikTok that truly captured her attention.

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Advanced practice regulation now delayed by two years

Nursing Times

Read about the response from the profession to the news that the NMC has once again delayed the timetable for its advanced practice review.

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A Nurse’s Call to Action: Supporting DEI in Healthcare

Diversity Nursing

Despite the clear benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in healthcare, recent political opposition has posed significant challenges. The term DEI has come under scrutiny, with some political leaders arguing against these initiatives, often framing them as unnecessary or divisive. This pushback has resulted in reduced funding for DEI programs and even bans on diversity training in some institutions.

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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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The 5 Love Languages of Nurses: How Compassion Translates in Healthcare

Empowered Nurses

Nurses are the heart of healthcare, giving their time, energy, and emotions to care for others. But have you ever thought about how nurses express and receive loveboth in their personal and professional lives? If you know another persons love language, it make communication much easier. Inspired by Dr. Gary Chapmans book, The 5 Love Languages, lets explore how these languages apply to the nursing profession and how they shape the way nurses care for patients, colleagues, and even themselves. 1.

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Solving the Nursing Shortage Starts with Investing in Educators

Daily Nurse

In recent years, nursing schools have cited faculty shortages as one of the top reasons for not accepting all qualified applicants into their programs. But when this means that nearly 66,000 qualified nursing school applicants are turned away each year amid a national nursing workforce crisis, no less its time to reframe our approach. This limitation, in combination with a lack of clinical sites and budgets, directly impacts the healthcare pipeline, leaving many hospitals and clinics chronical

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Study Pinpoints Factors Driving COVID Vaccine Hesitancy Among Black Women

Minority Nurse

Nurses, have you ever wondered why vaccine hesitancy lingers among certain groups? Understanding the why is key to addressing their concerns, especially for Black women, whose experiences often include layers of mistrust and lived realities. A study published in JAMA Network Open led by Brittany C. Slatton , PhD, from Texas Southern University, has delved into these concerns, uncovering critical insights.

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Unleashing the Power of Nursing Autonomy: A Journey Towards Empowerment

Nursology

Guest Contributor: Fateimah Ahmed HakamiPhD student in nursing In the vibrant and dynamic world of healthcare, nursing autonomy stands as a pillar of professional practice and patient-centered care. But what does autonomy mean for nurses, and why is it so crucial? Grab a cup of coffee, and lets unpack this together in true conversational style.

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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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Nurses’ Choice: The 8 Best Nursing Schools in Washington State

NurseBuff

Establishing a good foundation is essential to your success as a nurse. This means that if you want to succeed in your chosen career, you need to do a deep dive into researching which nursing school is right for you. Pursuing a nursing career in Washington can be a fruitful endeavor provided youre equipped with […] The post Nurses Choice: The 8 Best Nursing Schools in Washington State appeared first on NurseBuff.

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Travel Nurse Red Flags: Protecting Yourself from Scammers

The Gypsy Nurse

Triage Healthcare Staffing provided this article. Recently, weve heard reports of scammers pretending to be travel nurse recruiters and targeting allied and nursing travelers. To help keep you safe, were sharing a few red flags that you can watch out for. Red Flag: A Free Email Address Theres a fast and simple way to determine if youre talking with a legitimate recruitertheir email address.

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Better Nurse Staffing Linked to Fewer C-Sections

Daily Nurse

New research published in the Journal Nursing Outlook shows that labor and delivery units that are adequately staffed by nurses have lower cesarean birth rates. “Our findings highlight how crucial nurse staffing is for optimal maternal outcomes,” said Audrey Lyndon , the Vernice D. Ferguson Professor in Health Equity and executive vice dean at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing.

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Who Were the Black Angels? 

Minority Nurse

Tuberculosis has been a scourge to humankind for millennia. While it was misunderstood in ancient times, we have known for decades that it is caused by an organism called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB primarily affects the lungs but can also lodge in bone, kidneys, the spine, the larynx, and many other sites throughout the body. Much science has contributed to the relative control of TB around the world, although it is still prevalent in many locations, including the U.S.

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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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Hospitals will get $1.7 billion more federal funding. Will this reduce waiting times?

Nursing Review

This week, the federal government announced it will pay states and territories an extra, one-off, A$1.7 billion for public hospitals. This has been billed as a way to fix some ailing hospitals, and shorten waits for care in emergency departments and for elective surgery. But will it really make a difference? Labor created Medicare and we will protect it.

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Diabetes Training for Healthcare Providers

American Medical Compliance

Diabetes ranks as one of the most prevalent chronic conditions worldwide, impacting millions across age groups. Healthcare providers must understand the complexities of diabetes management to provide effective care and improve outcomes. By diagnosing and monitoring blood glucose levels, managing lifestyle changes, and implementing pharmacological interventions, a comprehensive approach is essential.

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Royal Free equips nurses with bodycams to tackle violence

Nursing Times

Read about a move made by Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust to introduce body-worn cameras for senior nurses to curb abuse.

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Community Nurses Are Key To A Healthier America

Daily Nurse

Community nurses registered nurses who provide healthcare to people within their homes, healthcare centers, or elsewhere in the local community will be increasingly in demand as America’s healthcare system continues to shift towards preventative care. Healthy lifestyle habits can prevent around 80% of chronic diseases , while poor lifestyle choices ultimately cause 63% of deaths associated with chronic diseases.

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Better nurse staffing linked to fewer c-sections

Health Leaders | Nursing

New research published in the Journal Nursing Outlook shows that labor and delivery units that are adequately staffed by nurses have lower cesarean birth rates. Our findings highlight how crucial nurse staffing is for optimal maternal outcomes, said Audrey Lyndon, the Vernice D. Ferguson Professor in Health Equity and executive vice dean at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing.

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Advanced Nursing Degrees, Should You Take the Leap!

Minority Nurse

Nursing is an incredibly rewarding career path with ample opportunities for growth, including pursuing an advanced degree. An advanced degree may be a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD), which all open doors to new opportunities in nursing. By completing an advanced degree, the opportunities in leadership, patient care, and contribution to nursing and healthcare science grow.

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Mastering ADLs Training for Healthcare Providers

American Medical Compliance

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are essential tasks that individuals perform every day to maintain their independence. For healthcare providers, understanding and supporting patients’ ability to perform these tasks is a critical aspect of providing compassionate care. This course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, support, and optimize patients’ ADLs.

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Navigating Ethical Dilemmas as an NNP

Ensearch

The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can be an emotionally charged environment, and caring for the most vulnerable patient population comes with unique challenges. As a neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) working in this high-stakes setting, you may at times find yourself at the intersection of complex ethical dilemmas, where decisions can profoundly impact patients and [.

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Own Your Nursing Brand

Daily Nurse

In nursing job interviews and other high-stakes career-related interactions, it’s your responsibility to make the case for why you’re an amazing nurse and the perfect fit for a particular position or healthcare organization. How do you make the case for who you are and what you bring to the table? How do you take ownership of your personal brand ?

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Florida nurse suffers severe injuries after patient attack

Becker's Hospital Review

A nurse at Loxahatchee, Fla.-based HCA Florida Palms West Hospital suffered critical injuries after she was attacked by a patient Feb. 18, NBC affiliate WPTV reported.

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What Is a Nurse Practitioner in Healthcare? Scope of Practice, Educational Pathways, and More

Post University

Are you eager to make a difference as anurse practitioner(NP)? If so, it is essential to understand the role of nurse practitioners in the broader scope of thehealthcarefield, as well as the possible educational pathways for becoming an NP. Meanwhile, because NPs do not have the same level of autonomy in every state, there are key details to note regarding their scope of practice and other territory-specific requirements.

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Mastering Care Coordination in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

Effective care coordination is vital in today’s fast-paced healthcare environment. As the complexity of patient needs grows, ensuring seamless communication among medical teams is more important than ever. In this context, the Mastering Care Coordination in Healthcare Training course provides healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge to navigate the intricacies of treatment services and foster a collaborative team approach.

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Embracing Artificial Intelligence in the NICU: Benefits and Challenges

Ensearch

Throughout its history, the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has been consistently enhanced by advances in technology. With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), the field is poised to be revolutionized even further. By leveraging machine learning, predictive analytics, and automation, AI offers transformative benefits in the NICU, but there are also unique challenges to [.

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ECU Health Nurses Leading the Way: Laura Respess & Dawn Tetterton Recognized for Advancing Nursing Leadership

Daily Nurse

In a profession that demands resilience, expertise, and unwavering commitment, nursing leaders don’t just rise to the occasionthey redefine it. At ECU Health, two remarkable nurse leaders, Laura Respess and Dawn Tetterton, are doing just that. Their dedication to advancing the nursing profession and shaping the future of healthcare leadership has earned them well-deserved recognition as the Nurses of the Week.

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The case for a 4-day workweek for nurse managers

Becker's Hospital Review

Four-day workweeks lead to an improved work-life balance for nurse managers, nurse leaders at Philadelphia-based Fox Chase Cancer Center argue in a new paper shared with Becker's.