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ALL of Us are Nursologists

Nursology

Contributor: Jacqueline Fawcett Since the nursology.net website was launched in September 2028, I have received numerous queries about who can be considered a nursologist. My answer has always been the same—ALL of us are nursologists. This encompasses anyone who now is called or thinks about self as a nurse or a student of nursing.

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Physical Therapist Skills: 12 Qualities to Career Success

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Physical therapists (PTs) work with patients during their recovery process after surgery or injury. By earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), you will learn how to help individuals regain or maintain mobility through treatments such as strength and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation and manual therapy techniques. To be successful, you should consciously cultivate several skills needed to be a physical therapist.

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4 Ways That a DNP Degree Can Enhance Your Life and Your Career

Post University

When you have a nursing degree and want to take on a leadership role, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree can help. This type of doctoral degree provides you with an opportunity to accept a leadership position within a healthcare organization or facility. Being a leader in the healthcare field offers a challenging yet highly fulfilling career.

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10 Uplifting Quotes to Inspire Nurses Through the Year-End Hustle and Holiday Cheer!

Minority Nurse

As the year draws to a close, many of us find ourselves in a whirlwind of activities—family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and the hustle and bustle of the season. For nurses, this time of year can be particularly overwhelming. The demands of patient care, the emotional weight of your responsibilities, and the added pressures of the holidays can leave even the most resilient among us feeling a bit stressed.

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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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Discussion Sessions Related to Walter’s Post “The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship.”

Nursology

We are delighted to provide an opportunity for Nursologists to discuss ideas and actions that are inspired by Robin Walter’s November 19, 2024 blog post titled “The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship.” The discussion will draw on Walter’s theory “Emancipatory Nursing Praxis” and will explore ideas for action and … Continue reading Discussion Sessions Related to Walter’s Post “The Value of Integrating Nur

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How to Choose a Grad School That’s Right for You

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Choosing a graduate school is an exciting yet daunting process. Not all grad schools are created equal, and learning how to evaluate graduate degree programs is a big part of the process. To weed out the schools and programs that aren’t for you, consider these 10 tips for how to choose a grad school when conducting your search and check out our flowchart for more insight into your decision process. 1.

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Concern about ‘toxic’ associates debate spreading to nursing

Nursing Times

Read about comments from deputy chief nursing officer for England Professor Mark Radford on the physician associates debate.

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10 Uplifting Quotes to Inspire Nurses Through the Year-End Hustle and Holiday Cheer!

Daily Nurse

As the year draws to a close, many of us find ourselves in a whirlwind of activities—family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and the hustle and bustle of the season. For nurses, this time of year can be particularly overwhelming. The demands of patient care, the emotional weight of your responsibilities, and the added pressures of the holidays can leave even the most resilient among us feeling a bit stressed.

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Advancing Diabetes Management with CGM Training 

American Medical Compliance

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology is transforming the approach to diabetes care for healthcare providers, including endocrinologists, diabetes educators, and nurses, as well as for the patients they support. Unlike traditional methods that rely on periodic fingerstick tests, CGM offers real-time insights into glucose levels, trends, and fluctuations, empowering proactive management and improving patient outcomes.

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How Nurses Can Lead Innovation

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses should be involved in innovation so that it happens with them, not to them, says this CNE. It’s an exciting time for innovation in the healthcare space, as new technologies pop up across the industry that can improve care delivery. Health systems everywhere are experimenting with several new innovations, all with the goal of streamlining processes and removing unnecessary burdens from nurses and physicians alike.

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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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Social care nurse shares powerful mental health message

Nursing Times

Read why social care nursing leader Zoë Fry is urging nurses to remember that 'it's OK not to be OK' and to look after their mental health.

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Savor the Season: Master Mindful Eating Habits for a Joyful Holiday

Daily Nurse

Many of us were encouraged to eat healthy foods from a young age, but following this advice can be challenging. With Thanksgiving approaching, it becomes even harder to maintain balanced meals when friends, family, and even our patients offer us a slice of dessert as a gesture of appreciation. While completely ignoring sweets and carbs may not be the answer, practicing mindful eating habits, like savoring our food and showing compassion when we overeat, can boost nurses’ self-esteem during

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The Hidden Dangers of Oversharing Private Information with White colleagues. Cultural Differences and the Need for Boundaries

Equality 4 Black Nurses

In healthcare, building trust with colleagues is essential, yet for Black nurses, midwives and support workers, oversharing personal information with senior staff and colleagues - particularly white staff can come with unique risks. At Equality 4 Black Nurses, we've seen firsthand how these interactions play out and the unintended consequences they can have on our members.

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A champion for period products in PA schools

Penn Medicine News

Penn Medicine employee Kayla Cook’s work to provide free period products to students in Lancaster influenced a policy to help students across the state.

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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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Delayed annual review into NMC expected in January 2025

Nursing Times

Read about why the Professional Standards Authority has postponed its annual review of the UK nursing regulator until January 2025.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Shot of Truth – Why “SHOT IN THE ARM” Matters Now More Than Ever

The Relentless School Nurse

SHOT IN THE ARM should be seen by all 8 billion people on Earth! We need to rethink our collective behavior as a society facing the consequences of misinformation and a denial of objective truths that are the foundation of civilization. – Neil deGrasse Tyson (Exec Producer) The open access to the documentary SHOT IN THE ARM , now streaming on PBS , is particularly significant in today’s polarized political climate, especially with Robert F.

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2025 Black Friday Travel Must-Haves for Healthcare Pros

The Gypsy Nurse

Lark Medical Staffing provided this article. Black Friday is the ultimate time for healthcare travelers to stock up on everything they need for a successful year ahead. At Lark Medical Staffing, we’ve curated a list of 2025 travel must-haves that are practical, fun, and sure to make your next adventure unforgettable. Spoiler alert: #9 is our absolute favorite!

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Discussion Sessions Related to Walter’s Post “The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship.”

Nursology

Reminder – all are welcome to join any or all of the discussion sessions focusing on ideas and actions inspired by Robin Walter’s November 19, 2024 blog post titled “The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship.” The discussions will draw on Walter’s theory “Emancipatory Nursing Praxis” and will explore ideas … Continue reading Discussion Sessions Related to Walter’s Post “The Value of Integrating Nursin

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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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Consultation launched on regulation of senior NHS managers

Nursing Times

Read about the launch of a new government consultation on proposals to regulate senior managers in the NHS.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Prepared Without Panic – Maryland’s Active Shooter Drill Evolution

The Relentless School Nurse

Finally, some positive news in emergency preparedness for schools: Maryland’s new active shooter drill guidelines , set to take effect in the 2025 school year, mark a significant shift towards prioritizing student mental health while maintaining effective emergency readiness. As a school nurse who has long advocated for such changes, I’m heartened to see this growing recognition of the emotional toll that traditional emergency drills can impose on our students.

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Parental Stress Tied to Miscommunication Perceptions in Pediatric Care

Daily Nurse

A recent study published in the American Journal of Critical Care ( AJCC ) reveals a significant link between perceived miscommunication with healthcare professionals and heightened stress levels among parents of hospitalized children. A survey of parents of children admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) at a Philadelphia-based children’s hospital found that while reported levels of perceived miscommunication were low overall, 16.5% agreed that miscommunication had occurred

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Senior Living Options During the Holiday Season

Elder Care Matters

Discover why the holiday season is an ideal time to assess senior living options. Engage with family, discuss needs, and plan for your loved ones’ future. The post Senior Living Options During the Holiday Season appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Fitness to practise: NMC referrals reach record high

Nursing Times

The Nursing and Midwifery Council saw a record number of fitness to practise referrals in September 2024. Read more.

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Speech Pathologist Salary Guide: How Much Do Speech Pathologists Make?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If you want to help people communicate better, overcome speech and language obstacles and improve their lives, a career in speech-language pathology may be right for you. As a speech-language pathologist (SLP) , you will assess, diagnose and treat speech-related problems and swallowing disorders in children and adults. Finding a job that ignites your passion is key.

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What is the Voice Stopping you From Starting Your Nurse Owned Business?

Empowered Nurses

If you have a desire to start a nurse owned business, it means you can! I have no desire to be an astronaut, president or marathon runner but everything I have the desire to do, I can. Starting a nurse-owned business can be daunting, and nurses often have specific objections rooted in their background and professional experience. Here are common objections and ways to overcome each: 1. “I don’t have the business skills or knowledge.” · Objection: Many nurses worry that they lac

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How nurse navigators are helping improve emergency medical response in Southwest Washington

Health Leaders | Nursing

Emergency response systems in the Pacific Northwest are facing a great deal of strain due to inadequate staffing levels and rising 911 call volumes. In response, some cities are turning to nurse navigation programs to address that burden. Under the program, dispatchers can direct low-level 911 calls to a team of nurses instead of sending an ambulance.

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Top 10 Things to Pack as a Travel Nurse

The Gypsy Nurse

This article was written by Alice Annable. Are you preparing for your first travel nursing assignment and not sure what to pack? Or maybe you moved to a new job. And when was the last time you forgot something important? Below are the top 10 recommended must-haves for your next travel nursing trip. Are you packing for your next or dream job? Join us on the journey and fast-track your path to your dream job.

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Nurse of the Week: Natalie Felder, Champion for Patients Overcoming Addiction

Daily Nurse

This week, we proudly recognize Natalie Felder as our Nurse of the Week for her outstanding dedication and compassionate care in helping patients overcome addiction at Recovery Centers of America at Lighthouse in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Felder’s exceptional contribution to patient care has earned her the prestigious DAISY Award and the deep admiration of her patients and colleagues.

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Hospitals Hire Nurse Practitioners- But at What Cost?

Empowered Nurses

I remember the time when hospitals were owned by communities or religious organizations with the sole purpose of providing health care to community members in need. But now hospitals have evolved into multi-system corporate conglomerates where their main focus is to make a profit. A recent article in Beckers Clinical Leadership titled “NP Staffing Models: A Double Edged Sword For Hospitals” had the sole purpose of showing that NPs have greater independence due in part to the physician shor

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What Happened to the Nursing Workforce?

Health Leaders | Nursing

The nursing workforce is plagued with many of the same challenges, so it’s time for nurse leaders to switch strategies. Editor’s Note: This is an excerpt from a larger cover story, which can be found here. Today, workforce growth and development are still the greatest challenges facing nurse leaders everywhere, and the old strategies are no longer working.

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Managing Seasonal Demand as an Events Venue

Celayix

Seasonal demand in business affects several industries. Back-to-School season from August to September is second only to the Holiday Season from late November to the end of December in retail sales. In the United States, Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, is the first unofficial shopping day of the holiday season. So-called because the increased shopping traffic is thought to result in stores making their first-year profit, sending their accounting statistics from the red to the black.

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Ringo Cares: Building Community Through Service

Ringo

Our initiative, Ringo Cares, exemplifies our dedication to community engagement by supporting charities and giving back, highlighting our commitment to creating a positive impact in both healthcare and the communities we serve.

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Healthscope latest private health provider to bin insurance agreements

Nursing Review

Six million Aussies could soon be facing massive out-of-pocket costs at 38 private hospitals, after operator Healthscope tore up agreements with health funds Bupa and members of the Australian Health Services Alliance (AHSA) over a fee dispute. In October, Healthscope proposed a $100 fee for Bupa and AHSA members using Healthscope care facilities across dozens of private hospitals.