The Nominations and Elections Committee (NEC) recognizes that most nurses lead very busy lives, so that the election process must take that into account. Sometimes members say they missed the…

For positive and negative impact, elections have consequences. It has been reported by Callie Crossley, a well-accomplished and award-winning Boston-based radio and TV host and journalist, that President Barack Obama…

Yvonne Smith, PhD, APRN-CNS Barbara Brunt, MA, MN, RN, NE-BC, NPDA-BC® When the American Nurses Association (ANA) published the fourth edition of Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice (ANA, 2021),…

What if unwanted medical supplies could become lifelines for those in need? Imagine diverting over half a million pounds of usable medical equipment and supplies from landfills into the hands…

Think back through your nursing career. Have you ever worked a double shift to cover staffing?  Have you taken a dose of cold medicine to help you get through? Have…

Let us fantasize a moment about what it would be like if America’s 3+ million nurses or Ohio’s 200,000+ nurses were to emerge as a political force equal to its…

In the summer of 2023, I stepped out of my comfort zone and into the vibrant, yet underserved community of Higuey, Dominican Republic for a life-changing medical mission brigade. MedWish,…

Many nurses avoid the world of public policy — capitals and statehouses and the like. I have not. I realized years ago that decisions made in those environments profoundly affected…

Advocate, Empower, Advance! Leaders of twenty-two Ohio nursing organizations were welcomed by ANA-Ohio President Rebecca Patton, DNP, RN, CNOR, FAAN on November 22, 2024, at Capital University in Bexley, Ohio.…

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) have become central principles in healthcare, aiming to provide comprehensive and accessible care for all populations, regardless of race, ethnicity, or geographic location. Ohio, like…

Leadership in nursing has long been a healthcare foundation, helping teams navigate challenging environments and influencing patient care outcomes. Traditionally, nursing leadership has emphasized a hierarchical, task-oriented approach, where authority…

Trauma is a widespread experience that can significantly impact a person’s physical and mental health. Trauma-informed care (TIC) is a framework that recognizes the prevalence of trauma in patients’ lives…