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Could West Virginia Expand Nurse Prescribing Authority?

By Zelda Meeker

West Virginia lawmakers are considering expanding nurse prescribing authority. Learn how the proposed bill could impact advanced practice nurses, patient access, and state healthcare laws.

Nursing Professional Degree Reclassification: Public Comment Period and What It Means

By Nurse.com Team

Understand the proposed nursing professional degree reclassification, its impact on graduate student loans, and how to participate in the federal public comment period.

How a Certification Error Led to an FMLA Interference Claim

Learn how a court case highlights how improper handling of FMLA medical certifications can trigger FMLA interference claims and legal disputes.

What This Mississippi Lawsuit Means for Certified Nurse-Midwife Practice Authority

By Zelda Meeker

A new lawsuit challenges Mississippi’s laws that restrict certified nurse-midwives' practice authority, where they cannot practice without a formal collaborative agreement.

Nursing No Longer Classified as a Professional Degree: What’s at Stake?

By Zelda Meeker

A recent change by the U.S. Department of Education excludes nursing from its definition of “professional degrees.” Discover how this impacts student loans, graduate education, and more.

A Missed Medication Scan Raises Questions About Nurse Accountability

Discover how nurses can be held liable for medication errors and why a just culture is essential for safety and fairness.

Nursing Strikes: Understanding Causes and Crafting Solutions

By Julie Scott & Zelda Meeker

Following the recent walkout of over 31,000 nurses, we explore the root causes of nursing strikes, their effects on patient care, and how nurses can drive meaningful change.

Can Nurses With Doctorates Be Called Doctor in Clinical Settings?

By Zelda Meeker

A recent California ruling bars nurses with doctorates from using “Dr.” in clinical settings. Discover the implications of this and the use of titles in healthcare.

Workplace Violence: What’s Being Done To Keep Nurses Safe?

By Linda Childers

Explore how workplace violence affects nurses and patient care, and learn how this critical issue is being addressed to ensure nurses' safety.

How Nurse-to-Patient Ratios Can Differ Across Healthcare Settings

By Linda Childers

Discover the impact of nurse-to-patient ratios in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics on patient care, nurses’ well-being, and overall healthcare outcomes.

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