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Yesterday was the Free Film Screening: Everybody’s Work hosted by the Tri Chapter ENA 🍿 🎥 A great group gathered in SF to network and learn 💜 Thank you to Mindy Elayda MPA, BSN, RN for organizing and to the sponsor NY Life! This event was dedicated to everyone doing the work to combat #racism in #nursing. Often, that journey and work can start with just questioning your own mindset and thought processes: Why do I feel a certain way about someone or a group of people? Do I ever make assumptions about others on shift that aren’t based in evidence? Do I have biases? Are those biases affecting my patient care? Or questioning the people and environment around you: Do my coworkers have bias? Are the care processes at my facility perpetuating bias or stigma in care? Are there systems in place that favor some patients but not others? Why? How? What does that do to health equity? I want to thank Dr. Anna Maria Valdez for being a constant advocate and educator around JEDI and health equity work. You can hear part of Dr Valdez's story in this clip from the film #EverybodysWork from SHIFT Nursing >> https://lnkd.in/gytkKJNC Learn more about EveryBodys Work including how to host a free screening here >> https://lnkd.in/gBzcdeTf Read about the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing here >> https://lnkd.in/g5gCAAZx #nursesonlinkedin

🔥 Major win for Mississippi NPs! 🔥 Senate Bill 2079 could finally grant full practice authority. A proposed bill 📜 in Mississippi could soon give nurse practitioners full practice authority - joining over half of U.S. states. 🗺️⁣ Currently, Mississippi has a reduced practice regulation. This means a nurse practitioner MUST enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician if they want to practice. The Senate Bill 2079 would exempt NPs from that requirement after 6,240 hours (about three years) of practice. This is huge! 👏⁣ More states are realizing the talent and potential of NPs. And with physician shortages only growing, empowering NPs improves healthcare access for all.⁣ If you want to learn more about the NP space, trending news like this one, and how to secure your clinicals, 🏥 be sure to follow us on social media. 📲 We always share insider tips, proven strategies, and hacks to simplify your clinical placement journey. #NPHub #Nursing #legislation #NursePractitioner

🚀 **Support the Nursing Workforce: Advocate for the Commission on Nursing Repayment!** 🚀 As a proud advocate for nurses and healthcare professionals, I am committed to supporting the Commission on Nursing Repayment. Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system, tirelessly providing care and compassion in every community. **Why This Matters:** - Alleviating the financial burden on nurses allows them to focus on what they do best: caring for patients. - Investing in our nursing workforce strengthens our healthcare system and ensures high-quality care for all. **How You Can Help:** 1. **Raise Awareness**: Share this post to spread the word about the importance of loan repayment programs for nurses. 2. **Get Involved**: Contact your local representatives and urge them to support funding for these critical programs. 3. **Join the Conversation**: Use the hashtag #SupportNurses and share your stories and experiences. Together, we can make a difference. Let's ensure our nurses receive the support and recognition they deserve. #nursingonlinkedin #healthcareonlinkedin #timeforchange #nursingreimbursement

Both LVNs and RNs play vital roles in patient care, but did you know:    ✨ RNs have more extensive education (2-4 year degree vs 1 year typically for LVNs)  ✨ RNs have a broader scope of practice and more advanced responsibilities  ✨ RNs can specialize in more areas & have more leadership opportunities  ✨ RNs earn ~$93K on average vs ~$76K for LVNs    Despite differences, both provide essential care in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes & more. 💙 Read our article here: https://lnkd.in/gnf-dKBs

"We continue to monitor, support, and raise awareness of why full practice authority is important to modernize the licensure laws to allow nurse practitioners to care for and provide resources for their patients," said Stephen Ferrara, DNP and President of AANP. "We know it will increase access to care." Dr. Ferrara recently spoke about the top goals, priorities, and challenges affecting NPs in the upcoming year. "Some of the opposition to full practice authority is the mistaken idea that it will allow NPs to do more than they are licensed to do. However, in states that require a regulated contract between an NP and MD—states without FPA—NPs are unable to provide care or prescribe medications without maintaining a physician contract," Dr. Ferrara continued. "Retiring that unnecessary bureaucratic requirement is an issue that appeals to a broad coalition of organizations. At the end of the day, it’s about increasing access to care." #NursePractitioners #FullPracticeAuthority #AccessToCare #CareForPA

When you lead with purpose, opportunity is endless.

The irony embedded within the term "Patient" is quite poignant. It's disheartening when the caregiver realizes they must exhibit patience despite being in the role of a nurse. The individual who should be exercising patience in their journey towards recovery or prognosis often struggles with impatience, particularly after receiving the first dose of Emal injection. This raises the question of who truly initiated the designation of "patients" for those under our care in hospitals. It's a sentiment shared by my colleagues, who witness the expectation for immediate change after medical interventions like doses or surgeries. Patients tend to overlook the gradual nature of healing, expecting instant results akin to stat doses. It's a point where the roles seem reversed – perhaps the term "nurses" should apply to the patients, as it's the caregivers who truly embody patience. As for whether patients demonstrate patience towards their caregivers and care, it's a matter that prompts reflection and discussion among healthcare professionals. My Name is Nurse Ima, but my friends/ Community call me Nurse Cynosure or Your Next Door..You could connect with me on other platforms with these Nick names😊 #nursesweek #patientcare

Helping patients and residents regain and maintain independence is the ultimate goal of any post-acute care provider. Here's a preview of how we're equipping caregivers with the knowledge of restorative nursing they need to boost outcomes. https://hubs.ly/Q02sK8KH0 #restorativenursing #training #postacutecare #homehealth #homecare #skillednursing #ltc

Strengthening the nursing workforce has been a hot topic lately, and many posts have highlighted the crucial role of Nurse Educators in achieving this goal. It's great to see this recognition finally happening! 👏❤️ #Nursing #NurseEducators #Healthcare #WorkforceDevelopment

This year, NANN is celebrating providing neonatal resources, education, and advocacy for four decades! NANN is THE hub for neonatal nurses and APRNs to advance their competencies, educational expertise, and positive patient outcomes. Learn more about what makes NANN a great tool to advance your career by visiting nann.org/join! #neonatalnurses #nicunursing #nicueducation #neonatleducation #neonataladvocacy #nicuadvocacy