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The Essential Role of New Mexico School Nurses in Supporting LGBTQ+ Students
School nurses are the cornerstone of school health, fostering a safe and healthy school environment so students may thrive academically. However, the responsibilities of a school nurse extend far beyond routine nursing care. School nurses provide critical health services, including care coordination, health screenings, immunizations, medication administration, emergency response, and behavioral health support.
School Nursing’s Connection to the Community
School nurses are the bridge between healthcare and education, working with students, families, medical practitioners and the educational environment to meet the health needs…
Part 1: Emergent Closure of Face and Neck Lacerations for the Rural Provider: Pearls for an Optimal Cosmetic Outcome
Facial laceration repair in the urgent or emergent setting requires attention to both functional and cosmetic outcomes due to the face’s delicate structures and…
Social Media Etiquette for Nursing Professionals
This is sponsored content and is supplied by Nurses Service Organization. The content has been reviewed by our HCM internal editorial staff but is…
Creating Practice Parameters for the New Mexico Nursing Community
April 8, 2025, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed HB178, Amendments to the New Mexico Nursing Practice Act.
House Bill 195 (HB0195) School Nurse Salary Tiers and Minimums
HB0195- School Nurse Salary Tiers and Minimums formally establishes pay parity for school nurses in New Mexico, aligning their compensation with teachers and granting…
Student Nurse Confirmed as Representative for WNMU Board of Regents
On March 17, 2025, Keana Richelle Huerta, a Level 2 nursing student at WNMU, appeared before the Senate Rules Committee regarding her appointment as…
New Mexico Nurses Who Inspire Nurses
Kathy Lopez-Bushnell, EdD, MSN, MPH, FNP, RN, Kathy’s journey in nursing is a story of inspiration, leadership, and unwavering dedication to others. A proud…
Part III. Building an Effective Environmental Advocacy Toolkit
In this issue of the New Mexico Nurse, the communication toolkit series continues with part III. This is the last part of this series…
New Mexico Nursing Practice Act Opened for Updates During the 2025 Legislative Session
The New Mexico legislature started the new year of 2025 with a 60-day session for New Mexico. Each year, the New Mexico Nurses Association…
Reflections From Capitol Challenge: Nursing Student Day at the Capitol – November 21, 2024
One hundred sixty nursing students participated in Student Day 2024 on advocacy and the Nurse Practice Act from the following New Mexico schools: UNM-Albuquerque,…
Rachael’s Reflections: Embracing Growth, Connection, and Advocacy in Nursing
Rachael Frija, DNP, RN, NPD-BC NEA-BC As we step into a new year, I am filled with hope and determination for the…
Nursing as the Restorative Force for Perinatal Healthcare Deserts
The United States (U.S.) stumbles deeper into an expanding maternal-child healthcare crisis; unfortunately, New Mexico follows the growing trend. As of 2020,…
The New Mexico Nursing Practice Act: Integrating Approved Nursing Continuing Professional Development with Continuing Education and Certification Requirements
The New Mexico Board of Nursing is charged with protecting the public, and as such it also supports and protects the nursing…
Rachael’s Reflections
Rachael Frija, DNP, RN, NPD-BC NEA-BCAs we close 2024, I reflect on an incredible year of progress, advocacy, and growth within the…
Protect yourself from secret recording
A NURSE ACCIDENTALLY DISCOVERS a recording of himself giving patient care posted on the Facebook page of a patient’s family member. Another…
A Caritas Conflict Resolution Model for Nurses | Incorporating Jean Watson’s Caritas Processes ®
Introduction Conflict resolution among nurses is a significant challenge within clinical, academic, and care-delivery settings. Inherent stress secondary to challenges in staffing,…
New Mexico Nurses Who Inspire Nurses
Nursing is a profession that inspires through its dedication, compassion, and resilience. Every nurse’s career path is unique, reflecting a journey filled…
Addressing Nursing Shortages: A Major Issue in New Mexico Healthcare
Introduction According to the New Mexico Workforce Committee report, in 2023, about 15910 active Registered Nurses were in New Mexico, and 54.5%…
Empowering Tomorrow’s Nurses: Building Resilience for a Fulfilling Career
Nursing is a profession that offers both extraordinary rewards and profound challenges. The intensity of nursing education often stretches students to their…
Communication Tool Kit Series for the New Mexico Nurses Association, Nurses for Climate and Health – Part II
Part II Key Messaging In Part I of this series, the focus was on developing an understanding of the audience when communicating…
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