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  As the healthcare industry embraces the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI), nurses find themselves at the forefront of this transformative shift. While AI brings exciting possibilities for improved patient care, it also presents unique challenges. We will delve into the problems nurses face with the integration of AI in healthcare and explore how they can play a proactive role […]

In recent years, the role of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) has expanded significantly, bringing forth a debate over whether state medical boards should regulate their practice. While some argue in favor of increased oversight, I firmly believe that state medical boards should not regulate Advanced Practice Registered Nurses. The ANA joins me in opposing state medical board oversight of […]

Dear Nurses, you are the unsung heroes of the healthcare system, spreading compassion and care with every step you take. We understand that your journey can be challenging, but we’re here to support you. In this blog post, we will delve into the top 10 ways to empower and uplift you, so you can shine even brighter in your invaluable […]

Here’s the scene: you walk into work for your 12-hour shift and immediately find yourself facing an exceptionally heavy patient load.  What can you do? Your first thought is probably “I don’t want to commit malpractice; I want to provide the best care for my patients, and I want to protect my license.” When you look at the staffing assignments, […]

Caitlin Bernard, MD, a family planning fellowship trained obstetrician and gynecologist in Indianapolis, performed an abortion on a 10-year-old Ohio girl who was just over 6 weeks pregnant after being raped.  Regardless of your views on abortion, read the rest. On June 29, 2022, she attended a rally against abortion laws during which a reporter from the Indianapolis Star overheard […]

We nurses are passionate and dedicated to our patients with a unique set of skills and genuine desire to make a difference.  Sometimes, we get a whisper, a nudge or even a hit over the head that there is just something more for us.  For nurses dreaming of taking their career to new heights and becoming business owners, the journey […]

There have been several studies predicting that over the next several years nurses will be leaving the profession in droves.  Bolstering those predictions are some of the top reasons for this exodus. BURNOUT:  Nurses often experience high levels of stress and burnout due to heavy workloads, long hours, and exposure to traumatic situations.  I remember when my son, Evan was […]

Nurses, you are the heartbeat of healthcare, the steadfast champions of patient care, and the driving force behind the existence of hospitals. Without your unwavering dedication, expertise, and compassion, the healthcare landscape would be incomplete. In this heartfelt blog, I want to express my deepest gratitude and remind you of the profound impact you have. Let us stand together, recognizing […]

As nurses, we are assigned a mentor or preceptor at a new job. Mentors are critical in your development and success.  A mentor is an experienced and knowledgeable nurse who guides and supports the nurse still growing in their experience by guiding them to navigate the complexities of the nursing profession and how to help them to gain success in […]

Surprisingly, or maybe not so surprisingly, a survey performed by AMN Healthcare, one of the largest staffing agencies in the country, did a survey.  18,000 nurses responded and surprisingly, or maybe not so surprisingly, only 15% of nurses who work in a hospital setting stated they plan to stay in their current position 1 year from now.  But what about […]