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What struck me about the "The Wisdom of Nurses" by Amie Archibald-Varley and Sara Fung, MN, BSN, RN was the power of nursing stories. Amie and Sara begin by sharing their stories. Why did they become nurses? How have their life and career experiences shaped their interests and pursuits? We may have come from an infinite number of possible backgrounds that are in some ways similar and some ways different, but we are all striving for something. Only you know what that is. In "Nursing WISELY: How to Build a Nursing Career that is Worthwhile, Interesting, Sustainable, Empowered and Limitless by Putting Yourself First," I provide a framework for how to reflect on your own nursing story. This exercise is not only cathartic, but spurs personal growth. Whether you plan to share your story or not is up to you! Happy nurses week! Pick up your copy of Nursing Wisely here: amzn.to/3Q3i4tH

Nurses are the unsung heroes of our healthcare system. This Nurses Day, honor their dedication, compassion, and communication skills with "Unveiling the Heart of Nursing." This insightful blog shines a light on the vital role nurses play in bridging the gap between patients, families, and the healthcare team. Read it now to appreciate the true heart of nursing. https://lnkd.in/eFUuVAkk

Happy Nurses Week to all the nurses out there who make a difference in the lives of others every day. Nursing integrates the art and science of caring, and this week we recognize these efforts. The below definition captures the essence of nursing perfectly: Nursing integrates the art and science of caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and human functioning; prevention of illness and injury; facilitation of healing; and alleviation of suffering through compassionate presence. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations in recognition of the connection of all humanity. ANA (2021). Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, Fourth Edition, p. 1 Photo from my first year as a nurse 20 years ago!

Answering this question is pivotal to how we move forward in Nursing. #NursesonLinkedin

EP 96: The New RN, David Dovell! If you are a #student #nurse or a new RN, Dave Dovell is someone you should know. Dave is a registered nurse working on a Progressive Care Unit, with a diverse work history that includes being an executive chef, an educator, working in the 911 system and the emergency room. And his story of why he became a nurse? Let’s just say it will put you in an, “I’m not crying, you're crying” situation. Dave is known as the New RN and his Instagram is chock full of nursing hacks, study tips, and nursing stories to help the new nurse transition to the new role. According to the American Nurses Association, almost 18% of new nurses leave the profession within a year due to stressful working conditions, lack of leadership and supervision, and understaffed facilities. Dave's book, Brand New Nurse: Surviving Your First Day on the Job, should be mandatory reading for all new nurses as it covers topics like transitioning to night shift, professionalism, communication, organization, and time management. These are aspects that nurses don't learn in school. However, it's also a valuable read for seasoned nurses because whether you've been a nurse for two years or twenty-two years, you can probably recall feeling unsure, inept, disorganized, and exhausted during your first weeks and months on the job. As a profession, we have a responsibility to invest in our nurses and help them have fulfilling careers by mentoring them. In the five-minute snippet: Bring on the rain! For Dave's bio, visit my website (link in bio) and listen here: https://lnkd.in/gF25ftSt #studentnurse #nursingschool #newnurse #nursepodcast #showyourwork

Nurses are the unsung heroes of our healthcare system. This Nurses Day, honor their dedication, compassion, and communication skills with "Unveiling the Heart of Nursing." This insightful blog shines a light on the vital role nurses play in bridging the gap between patients, families, and the healthcare team. Read it now to appreciate the true heart of nursing. https://lnkd.in/eafECgP8

Navigating the transition from nursing school to practice isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Empower your new graduate nurses with the tools they need to succeed! Vade Mecum: A Nursing Transition Guided Journal is the perfect resource to complement your nurse residency program. Help your new nurses reflect, grow, and thrive during their transition to practice. Let’s set them up for success—reach out to learn more about bulk options for your program today! #NurseResidency #NewGradNurses #VadeMecumJournal

#NursesWeek encapsulates the profound impact nurses have on individuals, communities and the healthcare system. As members of a comprehensive interdisciplinary team, RVH nurses provide compassionate care and dedicated expertise to patients and their families. From the bedside to roles in leadership, nurses continue to help shape a brighter, healthier future for us all. RVH nurses share what nursing means to them in the video below. #RVHNursesWeek2024

Have you read the latest issue of the Oregon State Board of Nursing Sentinel Magazine? Turn to page 12 for a look at this year's Outstanding Nurse Preceptors honorees and read more about the impact that preceptors have on the future of our nursing workforce: https://ow.ly/3SHJ50U9gkK!

It was such a pleasure to have this conversation at the Vizient, Inc Connections Summit last year and bring to light to challenge that the #healthcareindustry is facing in the shortage of Registered Nurses. This is a problem that is not going to solve itself, but I know we are up to the challenge! #healthcare #nursing #nursingcrisis #healthcarestaffing #healthcareworkforce #caredeliverymodels #nursesweek