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Understanding and honoring the needs of Native American elders

American Nurse

Takeaways: Four significant factors compromise care for Native American elders: healthcare disparities, historical trauma, healthcare shortages afflicting rural areas and reservations, and a lack of culturally appropriate care in long-term care facilities. This isn’t a unique story.

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What States Are RNs in Highest Demand?

The Gypsy Nurse

Some states are desperately seeking RNs to keep up with patient care demands. An aging population, nurse burnout, and a wave of retirements among experienced nurses have left many facilities scrambling to fill gaps. Where would your nursing skills make the biggest impact?