His smile never quit: What a young cancer patient taught me
If we’re lucky, we’ll travel the road of life with someone we count as very special. Some are family, and some we pick up…
Perspectives
Specialized nursing care for times of greatest need
An adolescent patient came to my clinic traumatized after being sexually assaulted by her mother’s boyfriend. I noticed her raspy voice. After further examination,…
From three 12s to the 9-to-5: How to go from surviving to thriving in the corporate world
For almost a decade, my professional life centered around 12-hour shifts, the non-stop beeping of monitors, and programming I.V. pumps. I worked in critical…
When empty seats speak: Challenges and solutions for nursing student absenteeism
School absenteeism remains a longstanding issue; however, its significant surge, particularly in districts serving lower socioeconomic populations, became increasingly evident as the world emerged…
Diversity to include students with disabilities
Diversity in the nursing profession begins with the hiring process, but needs to be addressed at the university level and include and support those…
What’s your nursing area of focus?
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, specialty is a special or distinctive quality, mark, state, or condition, a special subject of study, line of work…
Reflection on competencies in healthcare systems
In the repertoire of leadership, competencies are critical for organizational effectiveness. Leaders are professionals who manage organizations and are distinguished by ambition, hard work,…
As a former school nurse, I can tell you how the 119th Congress can help the teen mental health crisis through school-based legislation
The 119th Congress can make a difference in our nation’s youth mental health crisis by passing two previously introduced bills that would make an…
I remember: Reflections of a hospice nurse
As I drive down the road I pass familiar houses. The homes flood me with memories. I remember the faces. I remember the look…
Nurse leaders as stewards for responsible environmental healthcare practices
The healthcare industry must own its contribution to the problem of escalating climate-related health effects, and nurses must leverage their trusted voice to influence…
Closing beds to save money: How are some hospitals addressing the nursing shortage?
Hospital beds are in high demand due to the public’s growing need for acute care services. However, many hospitals have a shortage of nurses,…
Enhancing rural health through expanded APRN scope of practice
Rural American communities frequently struggle to provide adequate primary care services due to limited healthcare facilities and a shortage of qualified professionals. Advanced practice…
His smile never quit: What a young cancer patient taught me
If we’re lucky, we’ll travel the road of life with someone we count as very special. Some are family, and some we…
Specialized nursing care for times of greatest need
An adolescent patient came to my clinic traumatized after being sexually assaulted by her mother’s boyfriend. I noticed her raspy voice. After…
From three 12s to the 9-to-5: How to go from surviving to thriving in the corporate world
For almost a decade, my professional life centered around 12-hour shifts, the non-stop beeping of monitors, and programming I.V. pumps. I worked…
When empty seats speak: Challenges and solutions for nursing student absenteeism
School absenteeism remains a longstanding issue; however, its significant surge, particularly in districts serving lower socioeconomic populations, became increasingly evident as the…
Diversity to include students with disabilities
Diversity in the nursing profession begins with the hiring process, but needs to be addressed at the university level and include and…
What’s your nursing area of focus?
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, specialty is a special or distinctive quality, mark, state, or condition, a special subject of study, line…
Reflection on competencies in healthcare systems
In the repertoire of leadership, competencies are critical for organizational effectiveness. Leaders are professionals who manage organizations and are distinguished by ambition,…
As a former school nurse, I can tell you how the 119th Congress can help the teen mental health crisis through school-based legislation
The 119th Congress can make a difference in our nation’s youth mental health crisis by passing two previously introduced bills that would…
I remember: Reflections of a hospice nurse
As I drive down the road I pass familiar houses. The homes flood me with memories. I remember the faces. I remember…
Nurse leaders as stewards for responsible environmental healthcare practices
The healthcare industry must own its contribution to the problem of escalating climate-related health effects, and nurses must leverage their trusted voice…
Closing beds to save money: How are some hospitals addressing the nursing shortage?
Hospital beds are in high demand due to the public’s growing need for acute care services. However, many hospitals have a shortage…
Enhancing rural health through expanded APRN scope of practice
Rural American communities frequently struggle to provide adequate primary care services due to limited healthcare facilities and a shortage of qualified professionals.…