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Beyond the Stethoscope: Educating Our Way to Healthcare Justice

Nursology

Guest Contributors: India Willis and Natasha CrooksNursology.net posts supporting DEI As diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives face unprecedented rollbacks across academic and healthcare institutions, the responsibility of Black nurses to educate and advocate has never been more critical.

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Your Health Doesn’t Take a Summer Break: Why June Is the Perfect Time for a Checkup

Minority Nurse

June is a great time to continue prioritizing your well-being and building on the momentum of Womens Health Month in May. The National Cervical Cancer Coalition reminds us that womens health should remain a year-round priority, with regular care and awareness playing a vital role in long-term wellness. Womens health consists of various issues specific to women and individuals who are AFAB , such as reproduction and gynecological health, and other conditions that affect women differently, like di

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Future Nurses, Present Advocates: A Nursing Student’s NSNA Convention Experience

Capitol Beat

Ive always been drawn to the dual role of advocacy in nursing. On one hand, it means seeking to understand patients and standing up for their well-being at the bedside, and on the other, it involves using those firsthand experiences to influence healthcare systems and policies. That broader vision of nursing inspired me to attend the 73rd Annual National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) Convention in Seattle, WA.

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Magee is the latest hospital to push for a union amid anger at UPMC executives

Health Leaders | Nursing

On the heels of other successful union pushes in area hospitals, nurses and advanced practitioners at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital announced May 29 that they had overwhelmingly opted to hold a union election with a 'substantial majority' of over 1,000 votes. The nurses add to the tally of successful organizing bids as well as strike votes at hospitals including Western Psychiatric Hospital by nurses affiliated with SEIU.

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

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What New York Schools Offer Accelerated BSN Programs: Second Degree BSN

Registered Nursing

If you already have a bachelor's degree and are ready for a meaningful career shift, New York's Accelerated BSN (ABSN) programs offer a powerful way to make it happen. These second-degree nursing programs are designed for individuals who are driven and want to transition into nursing without starting from the beginning. With a fast-paced curriculum and hands-on clinical training, ABSN programs can get you licensed and into the field in as little as 12 to 18 months.

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Healthcare Staffing Agencies: Choosing the Right One

The Gypsy Nurse

Navigating the travel healthcare job market? Healthcare staffing agencies can simplify your search, connect you with top-paying assignments, and support your career every step of the way. The demand for travel healthcare professionals, including travel nurses and allied health professionals, is higher than ever. These roles offer flexibility, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work in diverse healthcare settings nationwide.

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Best Faith-Based ABSN Programs in 2025

Registered Nursing

Thinking about becoming a nurse and want a program that reflects your values? Faith based Accelerated BSN (ABSN) programs are a fantastic option for those who already have a non-nursing bachelor's degree and are ready to make a meaningful career change. These second-degree programs offer a fast paced path to becoming a nurse, typically in 12 to 18 months, while also incorporating spiritual and ethical foundations.

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HL Shorts: Identifying Cautionary Tales in the Nursing Workforce

Health Leaders | Nursing

There are several positive and not-so-positive trends that CNOs should pay attention to in the workforce, says this CEO. On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Phil Dickison , CEO of The National Council of State Boards of Nursing ( NCSBN ), about what the 2024 National Nursing Workforce study reveals about the current state of the nursing workforce.

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Top 4 Service Recovery Strategies for Turning Feedback Into Action

Relias

Healthcare providers are no strangers to service challenges missed appointments, long wait times, communication breakdowns, or billing confusion are part of the everyday operational landscape. But in a patient-first world, its not the mistake that defines your organization its how you recover from it. Thats why effective service recovery strategies are essential.

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Purpose, community, excellence, growth: Why you’ll love working with us in California

Providence

Theres nowhere quite like California. With towering Redwoods, picturesque wine country, high-desert sunsets, world-famous beaches, quaint neighborhoods and bustling epicenters of industry, the Golden State truly offers something for everyone. Not only is it a great place to visit, but its also a great place to live and work.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno