Dr. Stephanie J. McClellan, DNP, MBA, RN, CMSRN, NE-BCAs a nurse, one of the first lessons we are taught are the skills of assessment, communication, and intervention. As a nurse leader for the association and on a national level, I…

Greetings, Delaware Nurses! As Guest Editor for this edition of the DNA Reporter, I am honored to serve. In today’s complex healthcare environment, understanding and applying legal considerations is critical for nurses in all specialties. The first article, authored by…

Overview of EMTALA The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Agreement (EMTALA) was enacted in 1986 as part of the Comprehensive Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. Occasionally referred to as the “Anti-Dumping Act,” Congress adopted the agreement to ensure emergent care…

Nurse Advocacy in Action: Your Voice Matters! June is always a busy month. It is the month that DNA hosts our annual “Nurse’s Day at Legislative Hall” in Dover, ANA’s Hill Day in Washington, the end of Delaware’s legislative session,…

Forensic nurses are an invaluable resource and play a vital role in treating survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault by advocating for their well-being and ensuring justice is served. As a component of this specialized role at…

Introduction Emergency nurses work in tumultuous environments where acuity and volumes are high, waiting rooms are overcrowded, and time is of the essence. Due to the variety of patients and diagnoses served in the emergency department (ED), nurses must be…

There are over 630,000 active licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs) in the United States and 2,700 are in the State of Delaware. Over 171,000 LPNs work in long-term care facilities, which is ranked as the number one field of nursing that…

Innovative solutions designed to mitigate the challenges of an aging population outgrowing the supply of healthcare professionals are regularly in the news. These solutions are valuable and needed to reduce burden as more patients move across the care continuum. Becoming…

Patient safety is paramount, and yet, despite best efforts, medical malpractice incidents can lead to potential legal repercussions. For Delaware nurses, understanding nursing’s scope of practice, adhering to standards of care and organizational policies, detailed documentation, and advocating for patients…

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are recognized as one of the most attractive retirement savings vehicles available to investors. IRAs allow investors to save and grow money in a tax-advantaged account. Utilizing a retirement savings vehicle like this can greatly enhance…