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Liability risks for correctional health nurses

CO Vol. 126, No.4, Colorado Nurse
Correctional health nurses practice in unique settings with unique challenges. Incarcerated individuals are entitled to quality, unbiased care; however, they live within a highly…

GAPP Update, September 2026

CO Vol. 126, No.3, Colorado Nurse
Since the last publication deadline of Colorado Nurse, National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2026, was marked in Colorado with a Proclamation from Governor Jared…

Nurses Furthering Knowledge

CO Vol. 126, No.3, Colorado Nurse
A Constituent Association of Colorado Nurses Association All NFK Board and Nominating Committee positions are filled for 2026-27. Board Members are Annette Cannon, President;…

Partnerships for the Future of Nursing

Meaningful partnerships help strengthen the nursing profession and improve the health of our communities. The Colorado Nurses Association is proud to be…

Gala Event Honors Colorado Nurses

“An Evening in Excellence”, the 40th Anniversary Excellence in Nursing Awards Gala, was held in May. Attended by over 300 Registered Nurses…

TWO HEADS

The two-lane road, still covered with the previous night’s snowfall, blends into the surrounding drifts in the predawn. My eyes search the…

GAPP Update

The 2026 Legislative Session ran from January 14th to May 13th, completing its allotted 120 days. GAPP (Government Affairs and Public Policy…

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HAPI reduction through process improvement

Hostpital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs), areas of localized skin and tissue damage that develop when prolonged pressure restricts blood flow, typically form over bony prominences in patients with limited mobility. According to Roderman and colleagues, HAPIs affect an estimated 2.5 million…

Medication safety at the bedside: Beyond the rights

The medication scans successfully. The electronic medication administration record shows a match. Pharmacy has verified the order. Then the patient says, “I feel much more lightheaded than I did earlier.” In this hypothetical scenario, you’re preparing to give a scheduled…

Emotional intelligence in nursing

Nursing has long been described as one of the most demanding professions. Nurses must think critically, communicate effectively, practice safely and efficiently,…

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