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10 Essentials When Leading in a Unionized Environment

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN In July 1974, Congress gave private-sector healthcare employees the right to join unions. Since then, the number of nurses working under union contracts has steadily grown to 20%. National Nurses United is one of the nation’s largest unions, representing over 225,000 nurses. Other large unions include SEIU, […] The post 10 Essentials When Leading in a Unionized Environment appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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‘I struggled to acknowledge that the incident was affecting me’

Nursing Times

In this article, Robert Culshaw describes how after being physically assaulted by a patient, he reflected on the incident.

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Alabama to start regulating nursing support technicians

Becker's Hospital Review

Discover the new certification for nursing support technicians in Alabama, aimed at standardizing credentials and shifting responsibility away from nurses.

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Silent Strength, Bold Voice -The Journey of a Black Nurse

Equality 4 Black Nurses

"I AM A BLACK NURSE" is a heartfelt and powerful reflection by a brave Equality 4 Black nurse member who shares her journey from a childhood dream in Africa to becoming a registered nurse in England. The piece eloquently captures the pride of achieving that dream and the harsh realities of navigating a career where her identity as a Black woman is often misjudged and misunderstood.

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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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Easing Patient Fears of Radiation Treatment, Via Virtual Reality

Penn Medicine News

The radiation process is filled with unknowns. Imagine if, before the first dose, a patient could get a private tour behind the scenes. That’s now possible in virtual reality.

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The Relentless School Nurse: – Red Ribbon Week is Here!

The Relentless School Nurse

Red Ribbon Week, observed annually from October 23-31, is a powerful reminder of the importance of a drug-free life. As school nurses, we play a vital role in supporting our students and families, encouraging healthy choices, and preventing substance abuse. The Significance of Red Ribbon Week Red Ribbon Week began in 1985 to honor DEA Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, who drug traffickers tragically killed.

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Portland area Providence doctors and nurses authorize strike as contract negotiations continue

Health Leaders | Nursing

Doctors and nurses at Providence facilities in Portland have authorized a strike amid ongoing contract negotiations. The walkout would include physicians, physician associates, nurse midwives and clinic nurses at Providence St. Vincent and six Providence Women’s Clinics in the Portland metro area. Physicians are represented by the Pacific Northwest Hospital Medicine Association, and nurses by the Oregon Nurses Association.

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How to Update Your Estate Plan After Major Life Changes

Elder Care Matters

Learn how to update your estate plan after major life changes such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a grandchild, or the sale of a major asset. This guide outlines the steps you need to take to ensure your estate plan remains up-to-date and relevant. The post How to Update Your Estate Plan After Major Life Changes appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Texas Nurses Rock CPR: Using Sabrina Carpenter’s Hit to Save Lives!

Daily Nurse

What if the catchy song stuck in your head all summer could help save a life? Three incredible labor and delivery nurses from Texas—Julie Watson, Nicole Curry , and Alyssa Gonzalez—are proving just that by using Sabrina Carpenter’s hit “ Please Please Please ” as a guide for performing CPR! Recognized as Daily Nurse’s Nurses of the Week , these talented healthcare professionals took to TikTok to showcase how the song’s upbeat rhythm can effectively direct chest comp

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Spokane offers the perfect blend of rewarding careers and quality of life

Providence

If you’re looking for a rewarding career in healthcare and a city with a high quality of life, Providence in Spokane, Washington, should be at the top of your list.

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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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Nurses’ Attitudes Towards Scholarly Publishing Scale (NAS Scale): A Psychometric Analysis

Nursing Forum

The existing research studies on tool development are concentrated on determining and assessing the perception of individuals in scientific research. These instruments do not measure the complex construct of nurses’ attitudes toward scientific publications, which includes the nurses’ perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors regarding the value, accessibility, usability, and impact of scholarly publications.

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Infographic: How Nurses Can Engage Patients

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses should engage patients in their care plan, according to this CNO. Nurses wear many hats in the industry, but their primary focus is on patient interaction and care delivery. According to Cassie Lewis , chief nursing officer at Bon Secours’ Richmond market, part of Bon Secours Mercy Health , and HealthLeaders Exchange member, improving patient engagement begins with the day-to-day interactions between the patient and the bedside nurses who care for them.