News Journal Archives

Addressing Racism in New Jersey Nursing

As defined by the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing (2021, as cited in Nursingworld.org, n.d.) racism involves ‘assaults on the human spirit in the form of actions, biases,…

Dear New Jersey Nurses

New nurses are born all the time, and the New Jersey Nurse readership is growing and changing with each edition. Allow us to reintroduce Healthy Nurse Healthy New Jersey in…

Defending the Business of Caring

A career in healthcare can be very gratifying. Nursing teams are  responsible for patients’ health needs. Nurses are accountable for majority of the care experience. When things go wrong, nurses…

Gratitude for an Extraordinary Gesture

It is my privilege to recognize the family of Edith Cavaluzzo for their generosity in selecting the Institute for Nursing as the recipient of donations in her memory.  The generous…

Membership Assembly Lunchtime Discussion

At the Membership Assembly, we had the opportunity to attend a lunchtime discussion. The discussion that I attended was titled, “Nurses Strengthening the Safety Net”. This discussion focused on the…

Mentorship for Novice NPD Specialists

Do you recall your first shift on a new unit? Do you remember your nervousness and the myriads of questions that went through your mind? Being a novice is uncomfortable. It…

NJCCN: Certified Nursing Assistant Workforce

Certified nursing assistants (CNA) work closely with registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to provide basic care and help patients with activities of daily living. To ensure that CNAs in…

NJSNA President Box | September 2024

The September issue of the NJ Nurse President’s Box features the responses of the accelerated bachelor’s in science nursing (ABSN) students to the question: “At this time in your life,…

NJSNA President’s Report | 2025-2026 Elections

A Warm Welcome To Our Newly Elected Leaders! I am thrilled to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected NJSNA State Board, Region, and Committee members! This incredible achievement…

NJSNA President’s Report | September 2024

How do you like the look of the New Jersey State Nurses Association/Institute for Nursing NJ Nurse Publication? We have had to change our NJ Nurse publisher along with many…

NJSNA/IFN CEO Report

Political Updates: Although co-sponsors continue to added to the following bills, there has been no movement of the bills as of 6-30-24. Legislation Watch: Removal of APN/Physician Collaborating Agreement (A944/S1983)…

NJSNA/IFN CEO Report | December 2024

Political Updates: Although co-sponsors continue to added to the following bills, there has been no movement of the bills as of 6-30-24. Legislation Watch: Removal of APN/Physician Collaborating Agreement (A944/S1983)…

The Legal Side of Nursing Education in Academia

Nurses have many legal responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the provision of patient care. Critical thinking and clinical and professional judgment are essential to prevent harm. Legal obligations are…

Where is the Bedside Nurse?

Where is the Bedside Nurse? The landscape of nursing has evolved dramatically with the introduction of innovative technologies. As nurse researchers invested in patient outcomes, we have observed a troubling…