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ANA-Ohio News Journal, the official publication of the American Nurses Association Ohio.
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My Journey to Professional Fulfillment: Becoming a Fellow with the American Academy of Nursing
My first encounter with the American Academy of Nursing (AAN) was during my MSN program at Kent State University in 1985. In my nursing research course, the remarkable Dr. Susan Jones pointed out that many leading nurse researchers were AAN Fellows, also known as “Academy” Fellows. She encouraged me, while delving into the literature, to identify authors with the FAAN credential.
Beyond Bedside Skills: The Educator’s Role in Cultivating a Culture of Self-Care
Introduction Nursing is a profession defined by compassion, commitment, and clinical excellence. However, beneath these virtues lies an unspoken culture that often equates self-sacrifice…
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…
Wellness and the Environment: Caring for Oneself and the Planet
“What is good for your health is good for the planet” (Hoelscher, 2021). For nurses, this statement becomes evident through daily behaviors that simultaneously…
Professional Quality of Life and Self-Care in Nursing Faculty
Nursing faculty shortages restrict the number of applicants nursing schools can admit at a time when the need for registered nurses is growing (American…
A Day in the Life of Nurse Residents
As Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residents (PBRNR) employed by the Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Center, we entered this 12-month residency program with no prior registered…
Empowering Nurses: Bridging Self-Care, Wellness, and Public Policy
Over the winter months, I was worried how new administration would impact nurses and healthcare. Years ago, my therapist advised me to stop ruminating…
Get Ready to Create: ANA-Ohio’s 2025 Annual Conference
The American Nurses Association – Ohio (ANA-Ohio) is thrilled to announce its 2025 Annual Conference, themed “Celebrate, Collaborate, Create”, taking place on September 19–20,…
Nurse Well-Being
Fall is an exciting time of year for ANA-Ohio: it’s the season when members, ANA-Ohio leadership, and guests come together for the annual conference.…
Nursing Power Can Change the World
Rebecca M. Patton, DNP, RN, CNOR, FAAN This past June, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) held its 2025 Congress in Helsinki, Finland. This…
Leading with Appreciation: Celebrating Nurses Throughout the year
National Nurses Week and National Nurses Day weren’t always dedicated days of recognition in nursing. It took decades of advocacy to establish May 6th…
Becoming a Fellow: Its Importance and Why It Matters
The designation of ‘Fellow’ in a professional organization represents a prestigious recognition of significant accomplishments, leadership, and measurable impact on the profession.…
Publications and Communications (PCOM) Committee Report
Committee Members Yvonne Smith, PhD, APRN-CNs (Chair and News Journal Co-Editor Barbara Brunt, MA, MN, RN, NE-BC, NPDA-BC®, (Vice Chair and News…
Public Policy Committee Report
Committee Members Jan Lanier, JD, RN (Chair) Naomi House, MSN, RN, PMH-BC (Chair Elect) Kay Ball PhD, RN, CNOR, CMLSO, FAORN, FAAN…
Professional Practice Committee Report
Committee Members Kaitlyn Kolcun, DNP, APRN-CNS, RN, AGCNS-BC, CNE (Chair) Susan Brammer, PhD, RN, CNE, FAAN Rachel Cooke, MSN RN CVRN-BC Raya…
Outreach and Engagement Committee Report
Committee Members Sally Morgan, MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, ACNS-BC, (Chair) Raya Cupler, MPA, BSN, RN, NE-BC (liaison for social media) Kathy Fernandez, PhD,…
Nomination and Elections Committee Report
Committee Members Linda Baas, PhD, RN (Chair) Marjorie Vogt, PhD, DNP, APRN (Co-chair) Jean E. S. Anthony, PhD, RN, FTNSS Karen Budd,…
Legacy Committee Report
Committee Members Kay Ball, PhD, RN, CNOR, CMLSO, FAAN (Chair) Linda Baas, PhD, RN Patricia Didion, MSN, RN Debbie Freece, MS, RN…
Governance and Compliance Committee Report
Committee Members Meghan M. Ramic, DNSc, RN, CPHQQ (Chair) Mary Beth Mathews, PhD, RN-BC(ret) Deb Arms, PhD, RN (Board Liaison) Barbara Daly,…
Finance Committee Report
Committee Members Kathy, Peppe, MS, RN, FAAN (Chair) Barbara J Daly, PhD, RN, FAAN (Co-Chair and Treasurer) Deborah Arms, PhD, RN (…
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Committee Report
Committee Members Shanell Murphy, MBA-HM, MSNLM, RN (Chair) Connie Stopper, MEd, PhD, RN (Vice Chair) Jean Anthony, PhD, RN, FTNSS Cora Arledge,…
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Implementation of a discharge lounge
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Naloxone education for nursing staff
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