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Nurses Who Inspire

Joshua Landry, MSN, RN, NCSN For Joshua Landry, MSN, RN, NCSN, nursing has never been simply a career; it is an identity. “Nursing became who I was, not necessarily a job,” he reflects. “I’ve become a nurse. I am a…

Preparation for the 2027 Legislative Session

By the NM State Constitution, the 30-day legislative sessions that occur in even-numbered years are convened to address the budget for the State. Legislation of import can also be provided a “message” from the Governor so the bill can be…

Student Nurses Day at the New Mexico Round House

Student Nurse’s Day at the New Mexico Round House happened on November 4, 2025, with prelicensure associate degree nurses and faculty members from nursing programs around the state. Capitol Challenge, an educational and experiential learning opportunity in the legislative process,…

Sustainable Nursing Advocacy: Politics, Policy, and Nurse Wellness

Part 1 Introduction Nursing care does not operate outside of politics. Politics refers to the processes, structures, and relationships through which individuals and groups make collective decisions about priorities, resource allocation, and the establishment of policies and rules (Birkland, 2020).…