News Journal Archives

A Message from the New Executive Director, December 2025

Megan Lowery MSN-Ed, RN It is with great excitement and deep gratitude that I step into the role of Executive Director for the Nebraska Nurses Association. Serving the nursing profession and our great state in this capacity is truly an…

From the NNA President, December 2025

Blake K. Smith, MSN, RN, FADLN, FAAN Dear NNA Members, As I write to you for the first time as President of the Nebraska Nurses Association, I am humbled by the responsibility and excited for the journey ahead. Simon Sinek…

Keeping nurses safe

When you think of safety in the workplace, what comes to mind? Protection? Security? Well-being? All nurses and healthcare professionals deserve to feel safe in their work environment. Yet, many nurses face violence at work—in one study, on average, more…

NE Nurses Day at the Legislature

The Nebraska Nurses Association will be hosting their 2026 NE Nurses Day at the Legislature as a live, in-person event on February 19 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Lincoln, NE. Join nurses and nursing students from across Nebraska…

Social Media in Healthcare: Opportunities and Obstacles

The increasing prevalence of social media in healthcare has significantly changed how individuals acquire and understand health-related information. Unfortunately it also becomes a frequent source of misinformation. Within this rapidly evolving digital landscape, our comprehension of health literacy often struggles…