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Letting In The Light

Donna Cardillo

Some years back, my husband became veryillwith an initially unknown ailment. He was almost completely incapacitated, in pain, and we weren’t even sure if he would live. Everything seemed out of control and spiraling downward. Even though I visited him daily in the hospital,and later in rehab during his six-monthabsence from home during treatment and […] The post Letting In The Light first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.

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How To Find A Travel Nurse Roommate: Save Money & Make Connections

The Gypsy Nurse

When it comes to looking for travel nurse housing , budget is a huge factor for most nurses. Whether you are trying to save money for a nice vacation or pay off a large amount of debt, most travel nurses are keen to pocket as much of their housing stipend as they can.One way to save is with a travel nurse roommate. One of the most popular ways to save money on housing is to rent a room in someones home.

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Upsells in Healthcare: Ethical, Legal, Risky?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

As an NP in private practice, youre balancing patient care with operating a business. Unfortunately, the two dont always align. All business owners are looking for ways to increase income and boost the bottom line. Upselling and cross-selling are widely used practices to do just that; they increase the value of a sale or service. While retail and other industries have some restrictions on how they can sell to consumers, healthcare is far more regulated and restrictive.

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Nursing Leadership in the New World of Work

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN I am proud to announce the publication of my newest book, Nursing Leadership in the New World of Work: New Strategies and Tools for Success. This book provides a new roadmap for navigating the changes in our work, workforce, and workplaces. In an easy-to-read format, each chapter […] The post Nursing Leadership in the New World of Work 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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Systematic Expulsion of Black and Overseas Nurses: How Employers Are Weaponising the NMC Referral Process

Equality 4 Black Nurses

At Equality 4 Black Nurses (E4BN), we have identified a deliberate and calculated pattern where employers systematically refer Black and overseas nurses to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a method of forced removal from the UK workforce. This tactic is not just an unfair employment practice - it is a hidden form of racialised workforce control, disproportionately affecting Black and overseas nurses.

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Exclusive: NMC executive hit by wave of resignations

Nursing Times

Read about how many of the Nursing and Midwifery Council's executive board have resigned over the last year.

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Virtual Job Opportunities for Nurses: Careers Beyond the Bedside

Diversity Nursing

The Nursing profession is evolving rapidly, and with the rise of technology and telehealth, Nurses now have more opportunities than ever to work remotely. Virtual Nursing jobs offer flexibility, work-life balance, and the ability to impact patient care from anywhere. Whether you're looking for a full-time remote position or a side gig, here are some of the top virtual job opportunities for Nurses.

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Penn brain power on display at the Franklin Institute

Penn Medicine News

Futuristic devices that can read signals from the brain and stimulate nerves and muscles are part of the museums newly imagined human body exhibit.

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How 3 systems plan to weather rising nurse retirements

Becker's Hospital Review

Discover the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nurse retirement trends and how healthcare systems are working to retain experienced nurses through alternative

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NMC to appoint three new equality, diversity and inclusion leaders

Nursing Times

Read about why the UK nursing regulator is appointing three individuals to lead equality, diversity and inclusion work.

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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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Why a BSN Degree Matters: Key Benefits for Nurses

Post University

To become licensed as a registered nurse, you need to complete anursing degreeprogram. While it is possible to work as a registered nurse with an associate degree or a nursing diploma program, there are keybenefits of aBSN degreethat you should consider. Understanding theadvantages of BSNdegree could help you decide if now is the right time to invest in your nursing education.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Thank you NASN & the 64 Organizations of the Medicaid in Schools Coalition!

The Relentless School Nurse

Sharing an important letter (linked here), signed by the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) along with 64 organizations and allies of the Medicaid in Schools Coalition. It was submitted to Congress on February 17, 2025, as an urgent appeal to our lawmakers to protect Medicaid from the proposed cuts. Medicaid plays a vital role in supporting the health and educational success of vulnerable children, particularly those with disabilities and those living in poverty.

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How to Get Quality Sleep for Better Mental Health

Daily Nurse

The National Sleep Foundation has designated March 9-15 as National Sleep Awareness Week to highlight the importance of sleep for healthy, everyday living. Sleep is essential for our physical well-being, with benefits like getting sick less often and reducing stress throughout the day. However, about one in three Americans don’t get enough sleep each night, and this can lead to physical and mental health issues and even injuries.

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If It’s Not Documented, It Wasn’t Done: A Nurse’s Perspective

Empowered Nurses

I remember the first time a seasoned nurse looked me in the eye and said, “If its not documented, it wasnt done.” I was a new nurse, fresh-faced and eager, still trying to keep my feet under me during a 12-hour shift that felt like a marathon. At the time, I thought documentation was just a formalitysomething we did at the end of our shift when we finally had a moment to breathe.

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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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Second nurse charged over video about harming Israeli patients

Nursing Times

Read about the second nurse in Sydney to be arrested and charged over a viral video that referenced harming Israeli patients.

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Contributed Content: Investing in Preceptor Education – A Necessity for the Future of Nursing

Health Leaders | Nursing

Being a preceptor is more than teaching someone the tasks of the job, says this nurse educator. Editor's note: Emily Berta, DNP, MSN, RN, is a nursing educator and professional development leader, serving as Director of Professional Development and Education at a community hospital and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgetown University School of Nursing.

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How to Ace 4 Common Nursing Interview Questions

Minority Nurse

Job interviews can be a source of stress for novice and seasoned nurses, and being prepared for some of the most common questions can give you the confidence to ace your next nursing interview. You obviously can’t rehearse for every possible question, but practice boosts your readiness and creates a positive mindset that will increase your comfort level in preparing for what’s ahead.

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Rare But Real—Broken Heart Syndrome Is A Hidden Risk for Healthcare Workers

Daily Nurse

In the U.S., around 82.6 million people are living with cardiovascular disease (CVD), but there’s one condition that often gets overlooked, especially for those in high-stress jobs like healthcare: broken heart syndrome, or stress-induced cardiomyopathy. It’s not the kind of thing you hear about every day, but it’s real and serious.

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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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The Power of a Diverse Nurse Force in Uncertain Political Times

Nursology

Guest Contributor: Brenice DuroseauPhD Candidate at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing Nursing, at its core, is a profession built on careyet care is not neutral. It exists within systems shaped by history, power, and oppression.

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Exclusive: Nigerian nurses awaiting appeals asked to leave UK

Nursing Times

Read about how some Nigerian nurses have been threatened with deportation despite still awaiting the outcomes of their NMC appeals.

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Breaking the Cycle of Nurse Burnout: USAHS DNP Alum to Present at Creating Health Work Environments Conference

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Dr. Amarachi Eke-Okoro , DNP, FNP, is a visionary practitioner passionate about patient care and collaborating with teams to enhance nursing practice. She knows firsthand the challenges nurses face in todays healthcare landscape. As a registered nurse at Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas and a 2024 Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) graduate from the University of St.

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Virtual Nursing Will Be Nonnegotiable: Here's How CNOs Can Prepare

Health Leaders | Nursing

While health systems might be at different stages of implementation, there are several key virtual nursing strategies that CNOs should take into consideration. Virtual nursing has spread far and wide throughout health systems across the country as it becomes a critical component of patient care, and it's gaining buy-in from nurse leaders everywhere.

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Understanding Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners: Roles, Responsibilities, and Pathways to Becoming One

Daily Nurse

The need to increase access to healthcare is evident throughout the United States, especially in our rural communities, and women’s health nurse practitioners (WHNPs) can help meet the demands. WHNPs play a significant role in healthcare delivery to women of all ages , including preventative, reproductive, and pre and postnatal care. Continue reading to learn more about the role and responsibilities of a WHNP and how to become one.

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Preparing for a Secure Retirement as a Minority Nurse

Minority Nurse

Planning for a financially secure retirement is essential for all nurses, but minority nurses face unique challenges that require special attention. For example, according to a study released by the National Library of Medicine , Black nurses reported higher job dissatisfaction and intent to leave their positions within a year compared to White nurses.

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How CHLA fosters nursing excellence: 5 Qs Dr. Kelly Johnson

Becker's Hospital Review

Four nursing units at Children's Hospital Los Angeles recently earned Beacon Awards for Excellence, a national recognition of superior patient outcomes and nursing excellence. Behind this achievement is a culture that prioritizes leadership development, staff well-being and empowers frontline teams to lead quality improvement initiatives, according to Kelly Johnson, PhD, RN, senior vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer.

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Types of Therapy for Autism: 5 Options for Kids with Autism

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Autism is a spectrum disorder that is characterized by challenges in social skills, speech, nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. 1 Autism manifests differently in each child. The best therapy for autism may vary from one individual to another. An individualized treatment plan tailored to each childs unique needs is ideal when exploring therapy for an autistic child.

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Hiring and Behavior-Based Interviewing in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

Healthcare providers can enhance their hiring skills and make informed recruitment decisions through this Hiring and Behavior-Based Interviewing in Healthcare Training. This course teaches the key principles of behavior-based interviewing, providing tailored questions that reveal candidate competencies specific to healthcare roles. Participants will learn to identify critical behaviors essential for success in various healthcare positions, assess candidate responses effectively, and apply struct

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Your Nursing Career: The Right Season, The Right Fit

Daily Nurse

A few months ago, I was talking to a nursing friend who had just switched from years at the bedside to an outpatient role in an IV clinic. She called it her “soft nursing era” (which made me chuckle). But it also made me wonder: “I’ve been at this a long time what would my soft nursing era look like?” Most nurses are starting to come to terms with a simple truth: healthcare and nursing are changing incredibly fast, and, for many, the profession looks different toda

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Shapiro visits Temple Health to promote budget proposals to tackle nurse shortage

Health Leaders | Nursing

Gov. Josh Shapiro visited Temple University this week where he promoted his $5 million program to address Pennsylvanias nursing shortage. The initiative, aimed at bolstering the states healthcare workforce through tuition assistance and hospital partnerships, is part of the governors 2025-26 budget. The Nurse Shortage Assistance Program would provide funding to hospitals that collaborate with nursing schools, helping cover tuition costs for students who commit to working in Pennsylvania hospital

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Utilizing Your Nursing Retirement Benefits

The Gypsy Nurse

Retirement benefits are a cornerstone of financial security for professionals across various fields, ensuring stability in the later stages of life. While traditional employment often comes with structured retirement plans, the landscape for travel nurses is unique. Understanding the nuances of travel nurse retirement benefits , is essential for those pursuing this dynamic career path.

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Occupational Therapy for ADHD: How Can OT Help ADHD?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a type of neurodivergence that often manifests in childhood but can affect children and adults. 1 ADHD can cause inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity all symptoms that create challenges in daily living. 2 Over time, these struggles can eat away at someones mental health and self-esteem. 3 When addressing these challenges, the key lies in teaching those with ADHD how to work with their A DHD symptoms rather than against them.

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How to Handle Employee At-Risk Incidents in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

Healthcare providers can strengthen their ability to manage workplace risks through the How to Handle Employee At-Risk Incidents in Healthcare Training course. This training teaches providers how to identify at-risk incidents, understand relevant healthcare laws, and follow proper reporting procedures. By mastering these skills, healthcare professionals can ensure compliance, protect patient and staff safety, and foster a culture of accountability.

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Why WVU Medicine gives future nurses up to $25,000

Becker's Hospital Review

Morgantown, W.Va.-based WVU Medicine has invested millions of dollars into bolstering its nursing pipeline. The short-term results are showing promise of significant ROI, according to Jessica Huffman, DNP, RN.

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