The Iowa Nurses Foundation is the charitable and philanthropic arm of the Iowa Nurses Association with a mission to promote and support the professional and educational development of registered nurses in Iowa.  Applicants can be full or part-time students attending…

Nursing is a profession that transcends borders, identities, and ideologies. In Iowa and across the United States, nurses care for individuals from all walks of life, including immigrants and undocumented patients. Upholding the core principles of nursing such as compassion,…

This article regarding human trafficking (HT) is the second in the series and will address how to implement a screening tool in an emergency department (ED) or an urgent care clinic, including an assessment of the community to show why…

The Iowa Nurses Association (INA) invites you to participate in our 2025 Virtual Town Hall Series, an informal, open forum designed to spark meaningful conversations about the future of nursing in Iowa. These complimentary events offer a unique opportunity for…

Nurse License Protection Case Study with Risk Management Strategies Presented by NSO This is sponsored content and is supplied by Nurses Service Organization. The content has been reviewed by our HCM internal editorial staff but is not peer-reviewed. A State…

I hope this message finds everyone well and staying warm as we kick off the new year. The 2025 General Assembly convened on Monday, January 13, in Des Moines marking the start of another legislative session with opportunities to advocate…

Laura L. FullerExecutive DirectorIowa Nurses Association The nursing profession stands as the backbone of Iowa’s healthcare system, providing essential care to patients across the state. However, the current nursing workforce crisis threatens the stability and effectiveness of healthcare delivery in…