Dear Future Nurse,
First, let me welcome you—not just into a profession, but into a lifelong calling. Nursing is more than a career. It is a surrender…
Perspectives
LGBTQ+ nurses: Research can close knowledge gaps and enhance support
Today, more than ever, there’s a need for nurse researchers to conduct studies on LGBTQ+ nurses to close the gaps and work together to…
Civic engagement: An ethical responsibility for nurses
Recently, I had the opportunity to tour Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty with my family. Inspired by the stories of those who…
The ethics of clinical photography and social media use in global health
Social media has revolutionized communications globally and has become a dominant tool for instant communication and connection through text, photographs, and videos. According to…
Finding Inner Peace While Managing an ICU
The monitors beep in rhythmic bursts, a mechanical symphony of life hanging in the balance. The weight of decisions presses against my chest—some choices…
The owl and the fox: A nurse leader’s fable
Deep in the forest, far from the land of Blightborough, lay a secluded sanctuary where the most precious animals sought relief, respite, and convalescence.…
Why I am Building a National Voice in Nursing
As a student nurse from rural Alabama, I’m not waiting until I graduate to shape the future of nursing, because I can already see…
Nightingale: Exemplar for the power of nursing
Nightingale’s intentional pursuit of preparation in nursing, despite her parents’ objections, honed her observational and documentation skills. An early experience during a cholera outbreak…
Sexuality and gender identity: Know the basics for equitable patient care
In 2008, my partner gave birth to our son 6 weeks early. Both made it through, but what followed in the postpartum setting revealed…
Strengthen health systems worldwide: Invest in nursing professional development
Healthcare workers are the bedrock of an effective healthcare system and nurses comprise nearly 60% of the global healthcare workforce. Despite this significant presence,…
Remembering Eloise Richardson
During World War II, countless women answered the call to serve, stepping into roles that reshaped history and helped turn the tide in humanity’s…
Study abroad programs and nurse cultural competence
There is an increased need for health professions students, including nurses, to learn how to work effectively with people of other cultures. As Kako…
Dear Future Nurse,
First, let me welcome you—not just into a profession, but into a lifelong calling. Nursing is more than a career. It is…
LGBTQ+ nurses: Research can close knowledge gaps and enhance support
Today, more than ever, there’s a need for nurse researchers to conduct studies on LGBTQ+ nurses to close the gaps and work…
Civic engagement: An ethical responsibility for nurses
Recently, I had the opportunity to tour Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty with my family. Inspired by the stories of…
The ethics of clinical photography and social media use in global health
Social media has revolutionized communications globally and has become a dominant tool for instant communication and connection through text, photographs, and videos.…
Finding Inner Peace While Managing an ICU
The monitors beep in rhythmic bursts, a mechanical symphony of life hanging in the balance. The weight of decisions presses against my…
The owl and the fox: A nurse leader’s fable
Deep in the forest, far from the land of Blightborough, lay a secluded sanctuary where the most precious animals sought relief, respite,…
Why I am Building a National Voice in Nursing
As a student nurse from rural Alabama, I’m not waiting until I graduate to shape the future of nursing, because I can…
Nightingale: Exemplar for the power of nursing
Nightingale’s intentional pursuit of preparation in nursing, despite her parents’ objections, honed her observational and documentation skills. An early experience during a…
Sexuality and gender identity: Know the basics for equitable patient care
In 2008, my partner gave birth to our son 6 weeks early. Both made it through, but what followed in the postpartum…
Strengthen health systems worldwide: Invest in nursing professional development
Healthcare workers are the bedrock of an effective healthcare system and nurses comprise nearly 60% of the global healthcare workforce. Despite this…
Remembering Eloise Richardson
During World War II, countless women answered the call to serve, stepping into roles that reshaped history and helped turn the tide…
Study abroad programs and nurse cultural competence
There is an increased need for health professions students, including nurses, to learn how to work effectively with people of other cultures.…