Pat Barrow BSN, RN, co-founder of the Mile High Nurses Honor Guard, was our April Speaker. Ms. Barrow discussed the founding of the Honor Guard, what services it entails, how to contact them, and how to become involved. Nurses Furthering…

Mark Longshore, PhD, RN, CNA Executive Director I started to write this “ED Corner” while reviewing the digital version of CNA’s Q2 journal as well as looking back on the legislative session. Last quarter, CNA President Mary Satre mentioned Colorado’s…

In the heart of Colorado’s San Luis Valley, a quiet yet powerful revolution is underway at San Luis Valley Health. Nurses here are raising the bar — not just for themselves, but for the entire community — through professional certification.…

Overview Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way we live, and it’s rapidly making its way into nursing education. The integration of AI into nursing education is starting to change how we teach and learn in nursing, making it possible…

The analogies are many and varied. “Many branches, one tree” (Botany 101) and “One body, many members” (the Bible) are just two of them. Perhaps you are musical and can relate to the way the orchestra, made up of many…

LPN IV Therapy LPNs are now authorized to provide IV therapy within their scope of practice without needing an additional LPN-IV authority. The LPN authority license type has been eliminated due to Colorado’s requirement for IV therapy training in LPN…

The Workplace Advocacy Advisory and Networking Team (ANT) has made significant strides since its inception, championing safer and more supportive work environments for nurses across Colorado. From taking a strong stance on preventing workplace violence to promoting the well-being of…