Emerging RN Leader

MARCH 12, 2025

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Health systems are facing serious headwinds this year with potential cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and the federal subsidy of health exchanges. A declining economy also threatens the jobs of a significant number of workers in the US and, with it, their health insurance. But these are not […] The post Implications of Health Systems Losing their Non-Profit Status appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MARCH 13, 2025

Are you guilty or winging it? Winging it is common, and most of us do it at one time or another. An idea pops in our head, and off we go, with little or no planning. The problem with this approach It works until it doesnt. It gets us moving and started but doesnt lend itself to seeing things through or achieving long-term success, which calls for a different approach altogether.

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Donna Cardillo

MARCH 10, 2025

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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Becker's Hospital Review

MARCH 10, 2025

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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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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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MARCH 12, 2025

Sit up straight! How to improve posture isnt just an annoying thing our parents and teachers taught us its good for our health. The term posture refers to the position in which we hold our bodies. We rely on our postural muscles to maintain balance, prevent the forces of gravity from pushing us forward and move in ways that place the least strain on supporting muscles and ligaments. 1 Many of us spend our entire workday in a relatively static position, so our bodies must be positioned correctly.

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Post University

MARCH 13, 2025

A bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) may provide a path to professional advancement, personal fulfillment, and improved patient outcomes. This degree emphasizes evidence-based practice and helps registered nurses (RNs) better understand and navigate the complexities of the modern healthcare system. It draws on advanced research and respected frameworks, such as nursing models of care.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 11, 2025

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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Healthcare Law Insights blog

MARCH 13, 2025

This post is the third in our five-part series, Navigating Life Sciences Transactions , where our team of attorneys provides essential strategies and insights for successful life sciences transactions. With the SXSW Health and MedTech conference in full swing, its a good time to reflect on some fundamental Intellectual Property (IP) strategies that can help safeguard your Life Sciences and MedTech business and maximize its value now and into the future.

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Nursology

MARCH 14, 2025

In Memoriam Reflections by Sue Hagedorn RN, PhD, FAAN, FAANP and Bonnie Gance-Cleveland, RN, PNP, PhD, FAAN, FAANP Loretta Ford was born Loretta Cecelia Pfingstel in 1920 in the Bronx before her family moved to a farm in New Jersey during the Depression.

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NurseBuff

MARCH 14, 2025

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. We’ve gone a bit coloring-crazy so to to channel our “obsession”, we’re sharing with you our list of the best adult coloring books in the market. Coloring books and crayons always […] The post 22 Best Adult Coloring Books for Nurses (They’re a lot of FUN!

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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

Health Leaders | Nursing

MARCH 10, 2025

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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Diversity Nursing

MARCH 12, 2025

Ever wondered if the stars have something to do with how you handle a chaotic shift? Do you thrive in the madness of the ER, or are you the cool, calm, and collected Nurse that everyone turns to? Whether you're a fiery Aries or a meticulous Virgo, your zodiac sign might just explain your shift personality! Lets dive into The Nursing Zodiac and find out what your sign says about your Nursing style.

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Nursology

MARCH 10, 2025

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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Registered Nursing

MARCH 14, 2025

Deciding to enroll in a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree represents a significant investment in your healthcare career, opening doors to advanced practice roles, leadership positions, and increased earning potential. However, the cost of graduate nursing educationranging from $35,000 to $70,000 or morecan be daunting. The good news? Multiple funding options exist to make your MSN degree more affordable.

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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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Daily Nurse

MARCH 14, 2025

Whether you’re working in oncology, home care, or as a school nurse, fueling your nursing engine is integral to ensuring you’re not running on empty. So, what does it mean to fuel your nursing engine? This is a metaphor, of course, and we can interpret it in many ways. The Literal “Engine” Your literal “nursing engine” is your body.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 13, 2025

Nothing is better than somebody making you laugh after having a bad day. Laughter is indeed the best medicine laughter can decrease cortisol in the body and increase feel-good chemicals in the body so that you can feel relaxed and happy. Humor in the workplace can help with nursing challenges that feel impossible. It gives nurses a reason to laugh when things are out of control, reducing depressive symptoms.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MARCH 14, 2025

For Caprice Quinones , PT, DPT, NCS, CSRS, CNS, a board-certified neurologic clinical specialist, physical therapist and assistant professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) Miami, running isnt just a hobbyits a way to connect, inspire and heal. Dr. Quinones owns PTRunners, a private practice physical therapy (PT) clinic in Miami, where she treats individuals with neurologic disorders in private and home health settings.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 14, 2025

The Protecting Patient Privacy in Texas (HB 300) Training helps healthcare providers understand their responsibilities under Texas law. Providers learn what defines a covered entity, as well as patients’ rights to access, amend, and restrict their health information. Additionally, they explore the required safeguards to protect PHI. By mastering these regulations, providers can ensure compliance, strengthen patient trust, and avoid legal and financial penalties.

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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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Daily Nurse

MARCH 13, 2025

There is a high demand for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) as they play a vital role in healthcare. PMHNPs provide care to patients with mental health disorders or substance use disorders by assessing, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans. Reassessing the effectiveness of treatment plans is also an essential role of the PMHNP.

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Empowered Nurses

MARCH 13, 2025

Imagine standing in a courtroom, accused of a crime. The prosecution must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, the highest standard of proof in the legal system. That means every shred of evidence must point so clearly to your guilt that no rational person could doubt it. This is how our legal system protects individuals from wrongful conviction.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

MARCH 13, 2025

Hospitals across the state are grappling with a persistent shortage of nurses, straining health care systems and patient care. And Pennsylvanias workforce shortage is among the most severe in the nation, with the state potentially looking at a dearth of 20,000 nurses by next year. In response, as part of his 2025-2026 state budget proposal, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced a $5 million program aimed at reversing such dismal projections.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 14, 2025

The Empowering Patients’ Rights in Hospice Training teaches healthcare providers how to uphold key patient rights in hospice care. Providers learn federal regulations, how to inform patients and families of their rights, and ways to support patient autonomy in care decisions. They also ensure patients understand their right to pain relief and symptom management.

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Healthy Workforce Institute

MARCH 12, 2025

A healthy work culture doesnt happen by accident it happens by design. In healthcare, where high stress and competing priorities dominate the workplace, leaders play a critical role in shaping the environment. When core values like respect, compassion, and excellence are just words on a poster instead of guiding principles, the result is often disengagement, turnover, and even patient safety concerns.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MARCH 12, 2025

For travel nurses, the allure of adventure, professional growth, and adapting to new environments is a major draw. One of the most significant developments making this lifestyle even more appealing is the rise of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). The Nurse Licensure Compact allows travel nurses to streamline their practice across state lines, turning a once-complex licensing process into a much smoother experience.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 10, 2025

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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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 14, 2025

The Preventing and Managing Accidents at Assisted Living Facilities Training teaches healthcare providers how to identify and reduce environmental hazards that increase accident risks. They learn procedures to maintain a safe physical environment, ensuring resident safety and compliance with regulations. By applying these strategies, providers can prevent injuries, improve facility conditions, and enhance the overall quality of care.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 10, 2025

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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Health Leaders | Nursing

MARCH 11, 2025

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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The Gypsy Nurse

MARCH 11, 2025

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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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 14, 2025

The Mental Health and Well-Being Essentials Training for Healthcare Professionals teaches providers to recognize and manage common mental health issues in their field. They learn to assess their own stress levels, identify warning signs, and apply strategies to maintain well-being. By prioritizing mental health, providers can reduce burnout, improve job performance, and enhance patient care.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 11, 2025

A new study from George Washington University researchers highlights the critical need for disaggregating data on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) populations in the U.S. health workforce to better understand representation disparities and reduce health disparities. Although the AANHPI population comprises over 50 ethnicities and speaks more than 100 languages, research and policies usually present them as a unified group.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

MARCH 14, 2025

Nurse leaders need to focus on getting nurses engaged early in their careers, according to this CNO. Dr. Amanda B. Shrout is a seasoned nursing executive with extensive expertise in clinical care, evidence-based practice, and leadership. With a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Ohio State University, Dr. Shrout has led efforts to improve nursing outcomes through evidence-based initiatives, policy development, and a collaborative leadership style.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 12, 2025

For Pamela Duggan, RN, of Medfield, MA, every mile of the Boston Marathon is personal. The longtime Tufts Medical Center nurse, mother of three, and first-time marathoner isn’t just running the iconic 26.2 miles this Aprilshe’s running for Tufts Medical Center and the people who not only helped her patients over the years but once saved her own child’s life.

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