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10 Strategic Steps to Eradicating Racism in Nursing Education

Daily Nurse

A Lack of Diversity Among Decision-Makers: Key decision-makers in nursing education, including faculty, school leadership, and academic officials, often do not adequately reflect the populations they serve. Raising awareness of racism might positively influence the lives of faculty and students of color by promoting career mobility.

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Healthcare Executive Completes Third Post University Degree, Makes Plans for Doctorate

Post University

She held director of nursing roles at various assisted living and rehabilitation facilities for the next several years. A Big Goal: To Move to the C Suite In 2020, Kay felt the time was right to advance her education. Kay began researching nursing bachelors degree programs that would fit her schedule.

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Longtime Medical Center Leader and Former LifeFlight Administrator Fulfills Pinnacle Achievement of DNP

Post University

In summer 2020, Jeanne was asked to take on the role of interim chief nursing officer of a newly acquired community hospital, now named Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. She enrolled in late 2019.

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Paramedic-Turned-Nurse Lays Foundation for Leadership with Two Healthcare Degrees

Post University

After a semester, he applied for a certificate of equivalent training to become a Certified Nurse Aide and started working as a CNA in the hospital. He completed the ADN in 2020. Jay became a Registered Nurse at the ideal time. I wanted to make an impact as a nurse, and I knew I needed to further my education.”

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The Growing Role Of the Chief Nursing Officer

Diversity Nursing

Chief Nursing Officers have a wide variety of responsibilities. Nurses are under immense stress and Nursing leaders need to use best practices to address the mental and emotional trauma their teams are enduring. The pandemic is straining the healthcare profession.

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Contributed Content: Empowering the Future - Transforming Nursing Education to Meet the Growing Demand for In-Home Care

Health Leaders | Nursing

Healthcare accessibility is critical for seniors, and nurses need to be properly equipped for that, says this nurse leader. Editor's note: Kathy Driscoll, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, CCM, is the senior vice president and chief nursing officer at Humana.

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A Fortuitous Career: California Nurse Leader Earns DNP Executive Leadership

Post University

For many years, Chad worked as a staff nurse, typically in intensive care units and emergency rooms. He moved into management in 2014 when the chief nursing officer of his hospital asked him to manage the hospital’s busy emergency department. He was also invited to join the university’s advisory board. “I