Legal & Ethics

When laws and nursing ethics collide

I live in a state that restricts access to certain healthcare services, and in some cases requires me to report things that will compromise…

Nursing ethics and shared governance model

Through shared governance, nurses are encouraged to participate in organizational decision-making to satisfy professional obligations. Incorporating ethical competence and professional development into everyday nursing…

The impact of restrictive laws on patient care

The polarized conflict surrounding healthcare for 
certain populations has created an environment of rapid and significant change in laws across the 
country. This intersection…

Dealing with POLST and long-term care

I’m a new RN on the night shift at a skilled nursing facility (SNF) in California. The admissions clerk, who isn’t a healthcare professional,…

Nursing ethics and shared governance model

Through shared governance, nurses are encouraged to participate in organizational decision-making to satisfy professional obligations. Incorporating ethical competence and professional development into…

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