2026 Nurse Appreciation Dates You Should Know
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Share our list of 2026 nurse appreciation dates with your leadership and colleagues so the celebration planning can begin!
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Charge Nurse Duties: Leadership at the Bedside and More
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Learn more about charge nurse duties, their role on nursing units, and how they differ from other leadership roles.
From Awareness to Action: Advancing Equity in Black Maternal Healthcare
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Explore the root causes of disparities in Black maternal healthcare and how nurses can lead efforts to ensure safer, more equitable care.
Your Path to Impact: How to Become a Diabetes Nurse Educator
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Learn how to become a diabetes nurse educator, meet certification requirements, and empower patients to manage diabetes through care and education.
From Nursing to Perfusion: How to Become a Cardiovascular Perfusionist
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Explore how nurses can transition into the role of cardiovascular perfusionist, including education, certification, and things to consider in this specialized field.
Grief in Nursing: A Cumulative Experience
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One oncology nurse shares the emotional toll of this specialty and how she navigates grief, burnout, and resilience after repeated patient loss.
The Beginnings of a Burn Nurse
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One nurse shares her emotional and clinical journey of becoming a burn nurse, from first shifts to life-changing trauma cases in the burn unit.
Nurses in Leadership: Bridging Practice and Academia
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From clinical care to executive strategy, discover how one UF College of Nursing dean is using her dual role to rethink leadership and empower nursing education.
From RN to IBCLC: How To Become a Lactation Consultant
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Lactation consultants provide specialized support and education for breastfeeding parents. Explore more about this certification, and learn how to become a lactation consultant as an RN.
Why Nurse Leaders Should Invest in Wound Care Training
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Learn how nurse leaders can empower staff to pursue wound care training, boosting outcomes and value.
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Responding to Active Shooter Incidents: Support for the School Nurse
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Discover proactive strategies to support school nurses when responding to active shooter incidents, from preparation and training to mental health care.
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HIPAA and Social Media: What Nurses Should Know
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Discover how HIPAA and social media impact nursing. Learn the risks of livestreaming, patient privacy issues, and best practices.
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Episode 4: Nursing in a Post Pandemic World
Cara is joined by Ernest J. Grant, PhD, RN, FAAN to discuss the evolving challenges and critical issues nurses face in the post-Covid era.
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Case Dismissed: Lack of Causation Ends Nurse Negligence Claim
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A nurse negligence lawsuit falls apart over a lack of causation. Learn what this case means for nurses and how to protect your practice.
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Finding Fulfillment in Nursing: A Look at the Happiest Nursing Jobs
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Are nurses happy with their jobs? Happiness is subjective, but some specialties and settings are known for being particularly fulfilling. Let’s explore a few.
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Episode 5: Reflections — Healing Trauma Through Writing
In this week's episode, Cara is joined by Leilani Squire and Lorie Judson to discuss the transformative power of writing in healing trauma.
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Nursing by the Book — Until a Patient Writes a New Chapter
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A nurse’s first patient crisis shows him textbook-based care isn't enough. He must also rely on instinct and patient connections to deliver human-centered care.
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Your Questions Answered: A Nurse Educator’s Advice for Students and New Nurses
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New nurse or nursing student? Read expert advice from Bryce Catarelli, DNP, APRN, including career tips, overcoming imposter syndrome, and thriving in school.
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Episode 3: Transforming Debt Into Opportunity
In this week's episode, Cara is joined by Allie Hall RN, BSN to discuss the transformative power of financial literacy.
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5 Things Nurses Wish They Learned in Nursing School
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Six seasoned nurses share what they wish they had learned in nursing school. Discover insights that will help nursing students and new grads succeed with confidence.
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Mindful Movement for Nurses: 5-Minute Self-Care Practices
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Discover quick mindful movement exercises tailored for nurses to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance physical health during busy shifts.