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It is one thing to say nurses have topped a Gallup poll of the most honest and ethical professions for 10 consecutive years and 12 of the last 13. It is another thing altogether to try to capture the sentiment behind the statistic. Read more »
To create nursing’s future, today’s RNs must look to great leaders of the past
On May 12, the final day of National Nurses Week, we once again will commemorate Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Read more »
Script not included: Camera captures authentic nursing stories in upcoming documentary
A film in production by On Nursing Excellence, a nonprofit organization, will be released this October and aims to depict the work of nurses from the bedside to the boardroom. Read more »
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Horoho first woman, nurse to head U.S. Army Medical Department.
With the end of combat in Iraq and the planned withdrawal in 2014 of U.S. fighting forces in Afghanistan, the Army’s healthcare providers still face daunting challenges, according to Lt. Gen. Patricia D. Read more »
RNs update nursing skills during refresher course
This past November, 16 fellow RNs and I walked into Alexian Brothers Medical Center in Elk Grove Village, Ill., dressed in spotless white uniforms and shoes. Read more »
Nurses treat childhood obesity with approaches like motivational interviewing
For Tamara Tanner, RN, BSN, CPN, the impact of the obesity epidemic goes far beyond mere statistics. Read more »
Leading the way: Compass letters provide guidance for nurse
My perspective on leadership changed when I realized effective leadership is not about me, but rather the achievements of those I lead. A leader is influential, highly organized and outcome-driven. Read more »
Study to assess effectiveness of simulation in undergraduate nursing education
The National Simulation Study explores the effectiveness of simulation and is expected to help determine to what degree simulation can effectively substitute for traditional clinical experience. Read more »
Baby-Friendly practices promote breast-feeding success right after birth
While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends infants be breast-fed exclusively until they are 6 months old, not all new mothers have the same success breast-feeding. The CDC’s Breastfeeding Report Card 2011, reports 75% of U.S. Read more »
Study to assess effectiveness of simulation in undergraduate nursing education
The National Simulation Study explores the effectiveness of simulation and is expected to help determine to what degree simulation can effectively substitute for traditional clinical experience. Read more »
ACOs focus on teamwork, quality care
Incentives for quality care and a team approach to treatment are two components of a healthcare reform provision that could have a significant impact on the nursing profession. Read more »
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