American Journal of Nursing (AJN)’s Post

Urge your Federal Legislators to Co-Sponsor the FAAN Act! America’s healthcare facilities are experiencing a severe shortage of nurses. In fact, 89% of nurses report witnessing staffing shortages at their medical facility. This unfortunate trend is adversely impacting patients’ access to timely, high-quality care and nurses’ well-being. This is why ANA worked with Representative Lauren Underwood (D-IL) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) to reintroduce the Future Advancement of Academic Nursing (FAAN) Act (H.R. 7266/S. 3770) in Congress. This bill would increase the number of faculty and students at nursing schools to address nursing workforce shortages and allow nursing schools to enhance preparedness, quickly respond to public health emergencies, and modernize their nursing education programs. Read more at https://lnkd.in/ewYiP7vm

Efforts to diversify nursing are essential to dismantling barriers to equity and fostering a more inclusive profession. But confronting racism within nursing demands collective action and introspection. By delving into the rich history of nursing associations, addressing systemic biases through research and challenging entrenched hierarchies, nurses can jointly forge a path toward a more just future for healthcare. Learn about the history and how you can get involved here: https://bit.ly/47mzMz9 #EverybodysWork #StartYourShift #MyShiftMatters

I have read quite a bit about #nursing history in the United States including how the evolution of the integration of black nurses black nurses evolved over time. I would not even dare to behave like I know a fraction of black nurses’ overaching determination to exist in the profession here in the United States. The fact that fewer than 20% of leadership roles in nursing administration education and professional organizations are held by nurses of color speaks to the fact that we have a lot of work to do to tip the scales of equity. Let grow together. #nursing #equity #truthtelling

We will have to get comfortable with some uncomfortable conversations to see change. If we are intentional about diversity in nursing leadership we will see better outcomes in BIPOC! #healthcareleadership #nurseleader #leadership

I feel this is one additional aspect that highlights the importance of focusing our efforts at recruiting more men into the nursing profession, which by the way seems to be working. Statistically, men have held, and now still, hold a disproportionate share of leadership positions in the U.S.(which is for another post). However, in nursing, the latest numbers indicate approximately 10-12% of men hold leadership positions overall. Bringing more men into the profession does not just bring white men, but ALL races, allowing more diversity and improved patient outcomes. *Patient outcomes are improved when the workforce mirrors the population being served.

It's always interesting to consider how we interview folks and ask questions related to EDI work & leadership... and yet, we sit on panels (myself included) who don't always reflect our nurses nor our patients diversity. Just some food for thought- if we are asking folks questions directly related to diversity & equity then shouldn't our panels must reflect those same values. It's not enough to ask the question.

PRE-SESSION | Emergency Nurses Association invites you to Emergency Nursing 2024 in Nevada on Sept. 4 at 1:30pm PT for its pre-session, "Are Your Blindspots Negatively Impacting Older Adult Care?" Learn how blind spots can negatively impact #OlderAdults' care and how these can contribute to health inequities in this population. Hear from #nursing and physician colleagues present the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion & #ageism to reduce the bias experienced by patients to influence the best patient care. Pre-registration is required: https://ow.ly/GJic50T8MOr

Florida Staffing Ratios In Hospitals I am enrolled in a graduate nursing course called Healthcare Policy and Advocacy. A topic that has been on my mind is nursing issues within hospitals. As of 2024, Florida has no laws about working ratios in hospitals, but only literature has supported that they are mandated for nursing homes. This law can be found in Florida statute, 2013, chapter 400.23. A mandated ratio is important because of the increased workload of nurses and the satisfactory burn rate quality of care. There is a bill that has been called the Safety and Quality Care Act introduced in 2023; a quote from this bill states, “Four patients in medical-surgical units, intermediate care nursery units, acute care psychiatric units, and other specialty care units (GovTrack.us.2023).” California was the first state to implement a nursing ratio mandate to change patient ratios and followed suit in Pennsylvania in June 2023. Hopefully, Florida will have a change to help nurses have a safer working environment and ensure safety and quality care. •GovTrack.us. (2023.). H.R. 2530 — 118th Congress: Secure Border Act of 2023. Retrieved from https://lnkd.in/ejWY92Fc #florida #nursing

🌟 Calling all nursing enthusiasts! 🌟 Did you know that nursing is STEM? Yes, you heard it right! Nursing is a vital component of the STEM field, bridging the gap between science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Nursing, as a STEM discipline, embodies the perfect blend of scientific knowledge, technological proficiency, and analytical skills. Nurses are not only compassionate caregivers but also critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators. Join us in this exciting coalition to spread awareness and advocate for the certification of nursing as STEM. Join the conversation on social media using the hashtags #nursingisstem and #nursesonlinkedin. Together, we can create a powerful movement and ensure that nursing receives the recognition it deserves as a crucial STEM profession. #nursingisstem #nursesonlinkedin #HappyNursesweek #celebratenuses