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Confession time: I don’t particularly care for nursing bumper stickers. 🤷♂️ I might have caught your attention with a dash of 'clickbait', but I promise, it's for a good reason. 👇 As a fellow nurse, let me assure you, I’m not some disenchanted nurse who’s so jaded towards the profession that I want to put down the public image. I’m also not a nursing influencer looking for clicks by providing “hot takes” or controversial statements. Quite the opposite. My feelings stem from a deep-seated passion for our profession. 💗 😷 Nursing holds a special place in society, renowned for its reliability and compassionate care amidst the complexities of modern healthcare. We should wear our nursing pride like a badge of honor and share our stories with enthusiasm. 🎖 🏆 Yet, I've noticed a troubling trend: the celebration of nursing often gets pigeonholed into bedside roles. It's as if the only valid depiction of a nurse is one providing direct patient care and said bumper stickers. 💉 🤔 But as nurses, we know better. Our profession has evolved far beyond the days of being physician handmaidens. Today, we chart diverse career paths, from leadership roles to advanced practice. 🚀 🎓 So here's my point: let's redefine how we celebrate nursing. Let's honor nurses as the innovators, data experts, patient advocates, and the clinical stakeholders that they are. Nurses do and always have deserved a seat at the table. We need to start building those opportunities or ‘chairs’ into our academia and professional onboarding. 👩⚕️ 🏥 It's time to pave the way for nurses to thrive in all aspects of their profession. Let's celebrate nurses in every capacity, whether at the bedside or beyond🎇 #nursingpride #beyondthebedside #nurseinnovators #nursingevolution #celebratenurses #nurseleadership #nursingcareer #nursingcommunity #nurseadvocates #nurseempowerment #nursesonlinkedin #healthcareleadership American Nurses Association American Organization for Nursing Leadership American Nurse ANA-OHIO National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) National League for Nursing National Student Nurses' Association Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing American Board of Nursing Specialties American Academy of Nursing

🌟 Celebrating Nurses Week: Insights and Stories from Our Team 🌟 Join us at Optimize Health as we dive into the heartfelt and inspiring experiences of our nurses. Our latest blog series shines a light on the diverse aspects of nursing: ➡ Personal Inspirations - Discover why our nurses chose their career paths, from family influences to personal aspirations. ➡ Proudest Moments - Read about the milestones that have defined their careers, including overcoming challenges and making life-changing impacts on patients. ➡ Balancing Life - Learn how our nurses manage the emotional demands of their profession while maintaining personal well-being. ➡ Technological Integration - Explore how remote care and advances in technology are reshaping their daily practices and patient interactions. ➡ Facing Challenges - Understand the unique challenges in remote care settings and how our team turns these into opportunities for growth. Read more here! - https://lnkd.in/eXMzjuVi #NursesWeek2024 #HealthcareHeroes #NursingStories #OptimizeHealth

The Importance of Advanced Education in Nursing and Why In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the role of nurses has become increasingly critical. As frontline caregivers, nurses are essential in ensuring high-quality patient care and improving healthcare outcomes. However, the complexities of modern medicine and the growing demands of healthcare services require nurses to be equipped with advanced knowledge and skills. This is where advanced education in nursing comes into play. Investing in higher education for nurses is not just beneficial—it is essential. In this article, we will explore the importance of advanced education in nursing and why it is crucial for the future of healthcare. Professional Development and Career Advancement Advanced education opens up a myriad of opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Nurses with advanced degrees are eligible for a wider range of roles and responsibilities, including leadership positions, specialized clinical roles, and academic appointments. For instance, a nurse practitioner (NP) with an MSN or DNP can provide primary and specialty care, often serving as a patient's primary healthcare provider. Additionally, advanced education allows nurses to pursue careers in nursing education, research, and healthcare administration, contributing to the advancement of the nursing profession as a whole. Where To Start? Choosing the right institution to start your nursing career is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your future in the healthcare industry. The California Career Institute (CCI) stands out as an excellent choice for aspiring nurses for several compelling reasons. In this article, we will explore why CCI is a great place to launch your nursing career and how it can set you on a path to success. Comprehensive and Accredited Programs CCI offers comprehensive nursing programs that are accredited and designed to meet the highest standards of nursing education. Accreditation ensures that the education you receive meets the rigorous criteria set by the nursing profession, preparing you to deliver quality care. The curriculum at CCI is continually updated to reflect the latest advancements in healthcare, ensuring that you are well-prepared to enter the workforce with the most current knowledge and skills. Choosing California Career Institute as the starting point for your nursing career is a decision that offers numerous benefits. With its comprehensive and accredited programs, experienced faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, strong clinical partnerships, and robust career services, CCI provides everything you need to succeed in the nursing profession. Take the first step towards a rewarding nursing career with CCI and join a community dedicated to excellence and compassionate care. #NursingEducation #HealthcareProfession #NursingCareer #NursingSchool #HealthcareEducation

Nursing is not only a profession; nursing is often considered a calling that demands compassion, fortitude, and a relentless desire to make a difference. Yet, in the chaos of long shifts, challenging conditions, and the emotional toll of caregiving, it's easy for that calling to become muffled, and for your original sense of PURPOSE to be buried under the weight of exhaustion and burnout. But here's the thing—deep inside of you, your soul is whispering to you: "𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒐." We all need to live according to our 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞. Deep inside, you yearn to feel your calling again, the calling that has led you so far into your career and life journey. Listening to your needs isn't just about seeking change; it's about discovering the myriad ways you can make an impact, both within and beyond the traditional nursing roles and in your life. I truly believe in the power of transformation. I have worked with hundreds of nurses and seen firsthand how nurses, just like you, have reignited their spark for career and life. They have redefined their careers by aligning their professional paths with their deepest sense of purpose. I have always believed that with a nursing degree and experience - - 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒔 𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒂𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒅𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. So, I invite you—allow your longing for purpose to be 𝒄𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒚. Allow your longing for purpose to propel you toward exploration, growth, and the meaningful impact you are meant to make. Your search for meaning in your life and work is not just about finding a job or career that satisfies … it's about uncovering a roles that resonate with the very core of 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 - 𝐍𝐎𝐖. To all the #boldnurses ready to embark on this journey, I'm here to help you through life and career transitions. Work with me and we will let your new purpose light the way. The Bold Brief

The Nursing terminology of the week @ https://lnkd.in/g5kkQU7G... is “Reflection” Reflection is a powerful tool that can enhance a nurse’s professional growth as well as patients’ satisfaction in today’s complex healthcare system. In the busy and sometimes chaotic healthcare environment where urgency to complete the teeming task in a shift, every moment seems to count. It is important for a nurse to understand the power of reflection. Reflection is that moment when a nurse must deliberately pause to think through the decisions, interactions, and experiences encountered either during the shift or at the end of the shift. Reflection entails being by oneself, in a quiet space and deep in thoughts of what the event was, what went well, how the action impacted the patient or workforce member, and what improvement is needed. When a nurse continually reflects, more valuable insight could be gained. The new insight could be discussed with the team to improve nursing practice which could ultimately enhanced professional growth and patients’ satisfaction. Reflection is not just about looking back and inward, it is a purposeful action that creates a ripple effect on positive change. This last week I had a chance to reflect on my nursing practice following the just concluded AMSN 2024 convention in Toronto, Canada on September 12-14, 2024. Each session had an enormous impact on me as I reflected on how I have being practicing as a bedside registered nurse, nurse leader, and nurse entrepreneur. I was able to gain valuable insights on how to move forward and make positive changes to improve the nursing profession and self-growth. I am delighted that I was able to sponsor myself for the convention. The knowledge gained can never be monetized. For any nurse reading this, I challenge you to step out of your comfort zone, attend conferences, and if you are a Medical-Surgical nurse, join the AMSN, and become a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN). The nursing train is on a fast rail, It is moving really fast. Get on it, you will be glad you did. What does reflection truly mean to you as a nurse? Leave your comment. #Anursejourney of learning #nurse empowerment #nurse growth.

24 Real World Nursing Tips for New Nurses in 2024: Real Talk! My personal tip list from over 20 years of experience in Emergency medicine, education & leadership! 1.    Take care of yourself 2.    Take your time off, do not be a hero! 3.    Do NOT work 4 consecutive (12) hour shifts in a row 4.    Follow the Policies & Procedures 5.    Don’t take shortcuts- Do the right thing! 6.    Talk to your patients & actually LISTEN to them 7.    Please TOUCH/Assess your patient! (do not falsify documentation, not all Respirations are 18 in triage, please STOP) 8.    TAKE YOUR BREAK (it’s a 24-hour operation) 9.    If you are a new ER nurse, try not to work on Mondays, the day after a holiday, or on St Patrick’s day! You’ll thank me later! 10. SCAN your MEDS & still double check all the rights, however many  medication rights they have now. 11. Advocate for yourself, your colleagues, and your patients! 12. Talk less, work more 13. Do not hang out in the break room unless you want to hear a lot of complaining! 14. Do not get involved in drama or politics. 15. Set boundaries with everyone, patients, colleagues, leadership. 16. Don’t take no mess from nobody! 17. If they try to bully you, set them straight and put them in their place. 18. Your Coworkers are NOT YOUR FRIENDS, they will throw you under the bus the first chance they get! real talk (you are not at work to make friends) 19. ASK for HELP (its ok! It does not make you less of a Nurse, in fact it makes you a better nurse) 20. If a physician does not want to come assess a patient your concerned about, you can call a rapid response, OR document in the chart. You may see them shortly after 😊 21. Go to conferences! 22. Join a Nursing organization! 23. Get multiple mentors! Be a Mentor! 24. Get a Nurse Career Coach, like me 😊 . Let me know which one resonates with you the most? Feel free to add more tips in the comments for our new nurses! #nursesonlinkedin #nursingstudents #newgradnurse #careercoach

Happy National Nurses Week! To all the amazing nurses out there, we want to extend our gratitude for your dedication, compassion, and resilience. You make an incredible difference every day! 🩺 👩⚕️💼 Here are 5 fun facts about nurses that showcase their remarkable impact: 1️⃣ Did you know that nursing is the largest healthcare profession in the United States? With over 3.8 million registered nurses, they play a pivotal role in patient care across various settings, from hospitals to clinics to schools. 2️⃣ Nurses are at the forefront of healthcare innovation. From adopting new technologies to implementing evidence-based practices, they continually adapt to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care. 3️⃣ Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, wasn't just a historical figure - she was also a statistician! Known as the "Lady with the Lamp," her pioneering work in statistics and data visualization laid the foundation for nursing education and professional standards worldwide. 4️⃣ Nurses are the ultimate multitaskers! In a single shift, they may be administering medications, coordinating patient care, providing emotional support to families, educating patients about their conditions, and much more. Their ability to juggle multiple responsibilities with grace and efficiency is truly impressive. 5️⃣ In the United States, nursing has historically been a predominantly female profession, but the percentage of male nurses has been steadily increasing over the years. As of the latest available data, approximately 12% of registered nurses in the U.S. are male. This trend reflects the growing recognition of nursing as a diverse and inclusive profession. Here's to the nurses who go above and beyond every day, making a positive impact on countless lives. You truly are healthcare heroes! 💙 American Nurses Association #ANANursesWeek #NursesMakeTheDifference #NursesRock #HealthcareHeroes

🌍 Global Nursing Crisis: Bridging the Gap 🌐 The International Council of Nurses (ICN) reports a staggering post-pandemic shortage of over 13 million nurses globally, exacerbating healthcare challenges. As a critical care nurse, I urge a "STAT" response—more nurses everywhere. Nursing leaders are pivotal, but need support from healthcare systems. Thank you Journal of Nursing Administration (JONA) for publishing this article: Health System and University Leader Learning Collaboratives: Advancing Education, Regulation, and Advanced Practice Nursing Care Across the World. JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration 54(1):p 5-6, January 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001369 👩⚕️ Empowering Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) 👨⚕️ Despite APNs' impactful role in addressing global healthcare challenges, understanding and empowerment vary worldwide. Collaborative learning on education, regulation, and practice is key. Key questions for discussion include: 1️⃣ Education: Are formal APN education systems in place? 2️⃣ Regulation: How is APN practice regulated? 3️⃣ Practice: What models exist for APN care? 🌐 International Collaboratives for Change 🌐 Forming learning collaboratives can drive understanding and development of advanced practice nursing globally. The PEPPA framework, emphasizing evidence-based, patient-focused care, offers a systematic approach for APN role development. As we tackle future crises, fostering global collaboration can lead to innovative solutions and improved access to vital healthcare resources. #NursingShortage #GlobalHealthcare #AdvancedPracticeNursing #HealthEquity #CollaborativeLearning

Kicking off Nurses Week with heartfelt gratitude for all the incredible nurses out there — your dedication is nothing short of inspiring! I just got home from an evening at the hospital and I can’t stop thinking about this: We, as nurses, often prioritize everyone else’s well-being over our own. Overwhelmed and overworked, we tend to neglect our self-care, which is crucial, yet overlooked in our training. Why isn’t there a dedicated class on self-care in nursing school? The demands of our job are not only physical but also mental, emotional, and spiritual. If we can’t take care of ourselves, how can we possibly hope to offer the best care to our patients? Despite our deep understanding of human physiology and pharmacology, many of us aren’t equipped to manage our well-being holistically. Imagine the benefits for not only nurses but also for the patients, if such education were included from the start. In our overtasked and understaffed healthcare system, it’s high time we made it mandatory to teach our future nurses comprehensive self-care strategies—not just through brief workshops, but as a consistent, integrated part of our education. Let’s commit to equipping nurses with the tools they need to sustain their health and prevent burnout. As someone who already implements these self-care strategies with my migraine clients, I know firsthand the impact they can have. If you're interested in bringing these practices into our nursing education, or if you’ve thought about implementing similar strategies, please reach out. We need to talk more and make a real change together! #nursesweek #foodforthought

The Nursing Shortage: Beyond the Bandage American College of Healthcare Executives Adopted from : Ed Finkel As healthcare leader, workforce shortages and financial stability are major concerns and must keep you awake at night , The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the intertwined nature of these issues, with facilities hiring costly traveling nurses to fill gaps. The resulting staff burnout and resignations have made it clear that sustainable, long-term solutions are needed. Band-Aid solutions have proven costly and insufficient. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing estimates that the number of nurses needs to grow from 3.1 million in 2021 to 3.3 million in 2031, with over 200,000 annual openings. While some organizations have turned to international nurses, the shortage persists, affecting all aspects of healthcare. Key Facts: • The shortage will worsen. • Innovation is essential for building a sustainable workforce pipeline. Effective strategies include: • Creating internal travel nurse programs • Developing in-house nursing schools • Partnering with nursing schools for training and hiring • Adjusting current staff salaries • Enhancing onboarding and professional development • Implementing flexible staffing and scheduling • Utilizing more licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, and technicians • Recruiting international nurses • Establishing robust graduate residencies and support systems • Providing clear career development paths from day one • Conducting behavioral interviews to ensure cultural fit. The traditional pathway of gaining general nursing experience before specializing is no longer the norm. New graduates often enter specialty areas immediately, necessitating different planning and support approaches. Building strong clinical pipelines involves providing clinical experiences for students and addressing the shortage of nursing educators. Supporting new hires beyond initial orientation ensures they feel valued and supported throughout their first year. Healthcare organizations must adopt innovative approaches to address the enduring nursing shortage effectively. #NursingShortage #HealthcareLeadership #InnovativeSolutions #WorkforceDevelopment #NursingEducation #HealthcareTransformation