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The Wise Approach to Feedback

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN “I feel like I am walking on eggshells with some of my staff. I try to give them direct feedback, and then they tense up and tell me that I am harsh. If I use the feedback sandwich, all they hear is the good stuff and shut […] The post The Wise Approach to Feedback appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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I Am a Baby Nurse. Not!

Donna Cardillo

I often see/hear new nurses referring to themselves as “newbie nurses” or “baby nurses,” inferring that they are just starting out in the profession. Imagine if a new attorney said, “I’m a baby lawyer,” or a new physician said, “I’m a newbie doctor.” It sounds ridiculous, doesn’t it? That’s because this language is demeaning, unprofessional, […] The post I Am a Baby Nurse.

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Professionalism

American Nurse

Practicing decency in a fast-paced world. Lillee Gelinas Decency. The social respect and professionalism that bind us together as nurses. But I’m beginning to think that there isn’t enough of it today. We’re too busy and too distracted to practice the habits and professional behaviors we’re well aware of. Just think of the speed at which everyone is living.

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Nurses: Always Ready, Always Willing

Daily Nurse

Nurses always seem to show up where and when they’re needed. Of course, they staff emergency rooms, ICUs, home health care agencies, community health clinics, and nursing homes worldwide, but they show up elsewhere, too. Only some people are aware of their presence, but there are staff nurses on cruise ships, nurses employed at Disney World, nurses on the scene at NASCAR, and nurses acting as consultants on movie and television sets in Hollywood.

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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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What’s Trending with Nurse Leaders

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN As we enter the last quarter of 2024, it is good to step back and look at the challenges at the top of nurse leaders’ minds. The following is what is trending as I work with and do focus groups with nurse leaders across the country: There […] The post What’s Trending with Nurse Leaders appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Urgent needs in nurse practitioner education

Becker's Hospital Review

Pitfalls of nurse practitioner education made national headlines in July after a Bloomberg Businessweek article criticized programs for allegedly accepting students and graduating them without proper training or experience.

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Turning Personal Loss into Personal Connections: A Nurse’s Journey Through Kidney Care and Heartbreak 

Daily Nurse

After starting my nursing career in labor and delivery, I transitioned to caring for patients with kidney disease at dialysis centers. Then, after working for nearly 17 years in dialysis, I moved to Interwell Health , a value-based kidney care provider, where I could use my years of experience to educate kidney patients and try to help them improve their kidney function and overall health to help delay or even prevent dialysis.

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Urgent Action is Needed to Prevent Nurse Suicide

American Nurse

Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, with more than 48,100 people losing their lives to suicide per year (National Institute of Mental Health, 2024). Death by suicide impacts subpopulations in the United States at varying degrees, and male and female nurses have a higher suicide rate than the general population (Davidson et al., 2020).

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Infographic: 5 Benefits of Nurse Staffing Ratios

Health Leaders | Nursing

There are many benefits to nurse staffing ratios, for nurses, patients, and health systems, says this CNO. One proposed solution for ensuring proper staffing is staffing ratios. Staffing ratios refer to the number of patients assigned to each nurse during their shift or a specific timeframe, and according to Vicky Tilton , vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at Valley Children’s Healthcare , there are many benefits.

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The status on Florida's nurse shortage rebound

Becker's Hospital Review

In 2024, Florida hospitals reported lower nurse vacancy and turnover rates than the national average, according to a report from the Florida Hospital Association.

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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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Empowering Staff to Address Skin Issues in Assisted Living 

American Medical Compliance

In assisted living, one of the most critical aspects of resident care is the prevention and management of skin issues. For instance, one of the most common risk factors associated with the development of pressure ulcers is being 70 years of age or older. Skin health is not only a matter of comfort and well-being but also a key indicator of a resident’s overall health status.

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The Ultimate Self-Care Guide for Night-Shift Nurses

Scrubs

Being a nurse means you are in one of the most demanding professions that exist today. Undoubtedly, the field is challenging, even more so for night-shift nurses. The irregular hours, lack of natural daylight, and disrupted sleep cycles make it difficult to maintain a balanced lifestyle. For night-shift nurses, finding effective strategies to care for both their physical and mental health is essential for personal well-being and to provide quality patient care.

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Thirlwall Inquiry: Questions over delays in referring Letby to NMC

Nursing Times

Read Nursing Times' latest coverage of the Thirlwall Inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the murders of seven children by Lucy Letby.

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What Nurses Need to Know About Metadata, Documentation, and Legal Liability

American Nurse

This content is sponsored and supplied to American Nurse Journal by Nurses Service Organization. Content has been reviewed by ANJ editorial staff but is not peer-reviewed. What nurses need to know about metadata, documentation, and legal liability Metadata analysis of information in a patient’s electronic health record (EHR) has the potential to provide valuable information to attorneys in the case of a lawsuit.

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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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I Have to Tell Them…This Story, Our Story…Your Story

The Gypsy Nurse

I have to tell them, Brian. I have to tell them this story, our story, your story. Tell them that for five years, you fought, and you fought hard. There is no denying how hard you tried. Doctors, counselors, medications, and battle after battle. I watched you fight your demons right in front of me. I have to tell them how you promised me you would never leave us.

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Sepsis Survivors Face Continued Risk of Hospital Readmissions

Daily Nurse

A recent study published in the American Journal of Critical Care (AJCC) reveals that sepsis survivors are at a significant risk of being readmitted to the hospital, especially those who were discharged to home health care or home settings. Despite the success of the Surviving Sepsis Campaign, which has reduced sepsis prevalence and related deaths by nearly 30% from 1990 through 2017, there is a growing concern about the post-discharge outcomes for survivors.

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The Impact of Scheduling on Employee Wellbeing

Celayix

Our previous blogs have discussed issues that arise in the workplace, specifically focusing around bad scheduling as well as last-minute scheduling changes. Why is employee scheduling such a burning issue in the modern workplace? What have recent studies suggested regarding the impact of scheduling on Employee wellbeing? We’ll be addressing all these questions in this blog!

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The Importance of Professionalism in Nursing

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Part of being a great nurse is the ability to demonstrate professionalism. Regardless of their level of nursing , a successful nurse is someone who exhibits compassion, empathy, and commitment—and who dedicates their career to personal growth and professional development. This post defines professional values in nursing, discusses how you can best demonstrate it, and explores ways you can expand and strengthen your core professional qualities.

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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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Succeeding with Tech in Nursing Education

Minority Nurse

Technology can significantly help nursing students learn the complexities of nursing practice or act as a source of frustration that takes valuable time away from education. Here is a brief look at some of the technologies in use in nursing education , the impact of AI, and practical tips for using educational technology effectively. Tech in Use Technologies advancing nursing education include simulations and virtual reality. “Simulations are a cornerstone in nursing education, offering st

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Self-compassion in practice

American Nurse

Acknowledge your humanity and engage in self-forgiveness. Takeaways: Self-compassion is a form of self-care that may help increase joy, job satisfaction, and quality of life as well as decrease stress, anxiety, and burnout. Research shows that self-compassion, when practiced for just a few minutes each day, improves healthcare worker resiliency and the ability to sustain compassionate caregiving.

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Systems ramp up efforts to reduce documentation time

Becker's Hospital Review

Discover how Ochsner Health's use of Epic has saved nurses 11 million clicks and 10 minutes of documentation time, with plans for even more time saved.

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The Importance of Safe Storage Practices: A Guide for Healthcare Workers

Daily Nurse

No matter where you work—whether it’s a private practice, a hospital, a clinic, or a patient’s home—it’s important to ensure that your medical supplies are stored safely, securely, and well-organized. Proper storage is essential for preventing harm from hazardous supplies to you and your patients and for efficient and effective patient care, as you need to know exactly where every tool and medicine is located.

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Thirlwall Inquiry: NMC accepts failure to act quickly on Letby

Nursing Times

Read why the NMC has told the Thirlwall Inquiry that it ‘could and should’ have done more and acted faster in the Lucy Letby case.

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New Mexico Nurses Who Inspire Nurses

American Nurse

Nursing is a profession that inspires through its dedication, compassion, and resilience. Every nurse’s career path is unique, reflecting a journey filled with diverse experiences, challenges, and triumphs. In this and upcoming editions, we will feature the stories of extraordinary nurses who have made a significant impact. We believe that sharing these stories is not just a way to honor these nurses, but also a way to inspire and connect with our community.

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Nursing Educators: Encouragement over Fear

Nursology

Contributor – Faith A. Tissot RN, CCRN, MSN-Ed, PhD student TWU Diaphoresis, heart pounding, most likely over 120bpm, vertigo, respirations labored and rapid, and feelings of fight or flight apparent endocrine activation present. I can feel your brilliance and rapid fire ensuing in the immediate diagnosis of this patient.

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Meet Our QA Team: Behind the Scenes of Healthcare Staffing (Part 3)

Core Medical Group

At CoreMedical Group , our QA team is the backbone of your job placement journey. From finding travel nursing and therapy opportunities to getting you started in new locations, our QA experts, alongside your recruiter, ensure everything is top-notch. Whether it’s your first or fifteenth assignment , we’ve got your back with personalized service, helping with applications, licensing, housing, and even some local tips for your new destination.

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Remembering 9/11

Nurses Advocates

I started posting an article to remember 9/11 on September 11, 2015, and have repeated it every year since as a reminder of what happened on September 11, 2001. As a reminder, September 11, 2001, was a beautiful sunny day till a well-coordinated terrorist group attacked the United States. Nearly 3,000 people were killed when al-Qaida hijackers crashed four jetliners into the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, on Sept. 11, 2001.

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Creating a Healthy Work Culture with Radical Candor

Healthy Workforce Institute

Creating a healthy work culture in healthcare is crucial, yet it can be challenging, especially when giving and receiving feedback. Radical Candor in leadership plays a vital role in addressing this challenge. How do we ensure that feedback is seen as a tool for growth rather than a source of stress? As leaders, it’s our responsibility to create and sustain an environment where feedback is accepted and valued as a key part of professional development.

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Call for Abstracts: 2025 Virtual Nursology Theory Week

Nursology

Submission Deadline:December 1, 2024, midnight EST Nursology.net is excited to invite you to submit abstracts for the forthcoming 2025 Virtual Nursing Theory Week. Visit the conference website for more information about the conference.

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Career growth at Kadlec Clinics: real stories of advancement

Providence

At Kadlec clinics across the Tri-Cities in Washington, our caregivers benefit from our support of continuing education to enable professional advancement. Our goal is to help every caregiver, including Medical Assistants (MAs), achieve their highest possible career potential.

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NMC appoints interim executive director amid ‘challenging times’

Nursing Times

The Nursing and Midwifery Council has appointed a new executive director of strategy and insight on an interim basis.

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Mental Health Matters: How CNOs Can Help Prevent Nurse Suicides

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses are at a high risk for death by suicide, but there are ways nurse leaders can help. Nursing is an incredibly difficult profession. Nurses face new challenges, including high stress emergency situations, workplace violence incidents, and death, on a daily basis with patients and families. All of those events can take a major toll on a nurse's mental health, which can lead to more serious problems.

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Suicide Prevention: Raising Awareness and Offering Hope

Diversity Nursing

September marks Suicide Prevention Month , a crucial time to raise awareness about suicide and offer support to those who may be struggling. Suicide is a global public health issue that touches people of all ages, races, and backgrounds. The more we talk about it, the better we can address this growing concern and offer hope to those in need. The Importance of Suicide Prevention Suicide is a leading cause of death worldwide, claiming more than 700,000 lives each year, according to the World Heal