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Study Pinpoints Factors Driving COVID Vaccine Hesitancy Among Black Women

Minority Nurse

Three Major Drivers of Vaccine Hesitancy The study, which involved interviews with 54 Black women in 2021, revealed three main reasons for vaccine hesitancy: 1. Perceived Coercion in Vaccine Promotion Certain promotional efforts felt disrespectful and manipulative. Lets walk through the findings.

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COVID-19: How RNs Can Help Overcome Public Vaccine Hesitancy

Penn Nursing

Ulrich and Julie Fairman | Illustration by Stefania Infante Spring 2021 Vaccines have been on the minds of many Americans. By Connie M. SARs-CoV-2 cases are increasing across the U.S.

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5 Top Physical Therapy Majors to Prepare for a DPT

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

More specifically, this physical therapy major explores: 2 The prevention, management and treatment of injuries The optimization of movement for workplace or athletic performance The promotion of general health and well-being The restoration of body functions 2. News & World Report , January 14, 2021, [link].

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The evolving landscape of nursing leadership

American Nurse

Recognizing the potential of nurses to shape healthcare, the IOM and RWJF called for improved education systems that promote seamless academic progression, enabling nurses to take on expanded roles and responsibilities. The AACN reports that, from 2020 to 2021, the number of students enrolled in DNP programs increased from 39,530 to 40,834.

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Sustaining Excellence: Knowledge Transfer and Strategic Planning in Nursing Leadership

American Nurse

Challenges in Current Leadership Development High turnover rates and the promotion of nurses into leadership roles without adequate training pose significant challenges. This strategy not only fosters an internal pipeline of future leaders but also enhances retention rates and job satisfaction (Martin & O’Shea, 2021). Martin, C.

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Preceptors: Essential to nurse retention

American Nurse

Educators and managers should promote the importance of preceptor competency as they support early career preceptors acquiring role proficiency and expertise. January 2021. hrsa.gov/sites/default/files/hrsa/advisory-committees/nursing/reports/nacnep-17report-2021.pdf pdf NSI Nursing Solutions Inc. March 2025.

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The Vaccinators: Nurses and Needles on the Pandemic Front Lines.

Penn Nursing

Penn Nursing This issue - Fall 2021 Spring 2025 Fall 2024 Spring 2024 Fall 2023 Spring 2023 Fall 2022 Spring 2022 Fall 2021 Spring 2021 Search Features Inspiring Impact: How One Campaign Changed Everything The Path Forward Nurses Innovating in Practice Policy Roads, Bridges, and … Caregivers?