Nurse Practitioners in Business

MAY 8, 2025

If thats a question youve been asking yourself, you are not alone. Others are wondering too. Its a fair question to ask and not surprising, given the current state of politics, the economy, changes in healthcare, and the rise of artificial intelligence. The world feels unstable, and things seem to change from one day to the next. Yet most of us prefer consistency and feel unsettled and overwhelmed by too much change.

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Minority Nurse

MAY 8, 2025

When it comes to the power of nurses, Angel Toney, BSN, RN, is the real deala critical care force fueled by compassion, community, and the drive to pay it forward. As an ICU nurse at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center , Toneys superpower isnt just handling high-stakes moments but weaving humanity into every heartbeat of her day. Her journey into nursing was born from personal heartache.

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Daily Nurse

MAY 8, 2025

When it comes to nursing superpowers, Susan Grant, DNP, RN, FAAN, has one that stretches across every corner of healthcare: the ability to connect deeply with individuals. It’s no wonder a former colleague once nicknamed her “Elastigirl” from The Incrediblesbecause when someone needs support, Grant always reaches out. Today, as Chief Clinical Officer at Symplr , Grant’s mission is clear: lift nurses up , help them realize their full potential, and create better outcomes f

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Diversity Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

It's Nurses Month and today we're diving into the wonderfully weird world that only us healthcare workers truly understand. Nursing is a unique blend of compassion, resilience, and a whole lot of moments that would make anyone else say, "Nope!" So, grab your lukewarm coffee (because let's be honest, it's never hot), settle in, and get ready to nod along with these realities, straight from the trenches (aka, the hospital floor)!

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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.

Communication

Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

Attendees at this weeks HealthLeaders CFO Exchange are addressing how they confront mounting financial and operational pressures, from labor shortages to unions to recruitment. CFOs gathered this week at the HealthLeaders CFO Exchange to discuss the pressures shaping the financial landscape of health systems. With margins still squeezed post-pandemic, the tone was less about recovery and more about resilience and planning, particularly around the workforce.

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Empowered Nurses

MAY 8, 2025

When your nursing licenseyour livelihood, your identity, and the career you poured your heart intois at risk, you dont just need a good attorney. You need the right one. As a nurse myself, I know the fear, shame, and uncertainty that can overwhelm you when that dreaded envelope or email arrives from the Board. Your stomach drops. You replay everything in your head.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MAY 8, 2025

We get it some days, being a nurse can feel like youre giving it all and not getting enough back. But the thing is, you are enough, and sometimes we have to remind ourselves of that through self-talk and positive affirmations. Positive affirmations are a powerful tool that can help you reset during difficult times. Lets dive into how simple, encouraging words can make a big difference in how you feel, work, and care for others.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

This Nurses Week, New Mexicos nursing community has a new reason to celebrate. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham recently signed HB 178 into law a significant update to the states Nursing Practice Act that expands opportunities for nurses and strengthens the professions ability to serve communities across the state. The legislation, which took several years to pass, was shaped through sustained advocacy from nurses, educators and professional organizations, including the New Mexico Nurses Association

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The Relentless School Nurse

MAY 8, 2025

Step into the heart of school health leadership with School Nurse Huddle , a podcast created and hosted by Lisell Zuiga, BSN, RN, PEL-CSN, a nationally recognized leader in school health and a passionate advocate for student wellness. In every episode, Lisell brings together trailblazers in school nursing to share real stories, expert advice, and practical strategies that empower nurses to lead change in their communities.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

The Oklahoma House of Representatives this week recognized House Resolution 1028, which honors May 6 through May 12 as National Nurses Week. Authored by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay, and coauthored by Rep. Marilyn Stark, R-Bethany, the resolution highlights the important role nurses play in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients across the state and nation.

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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

Providence

MAY 8, 2025

A nurses tenure at a healthcare organization speaks volumes about the working environment, which is why were proud when nurses choose to work with us for a decadeor two or three! Heres what three nurses in Oregon have to say about why theyve stayed.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

CNOs must be ready to support nurses from the beginning to the end of their careers, and throughout life changes, according to these nurse leaders. Nurses are multifaceted individuals with needs that must be met both at work and at home. CNOs must take the time to understand each nurse's individual needs and goals. The goal should be to create a space where nurses are not afraid to approach leaders with their needs.

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NRC Health

MAY 8, 2025

In celebration of Nurses Week and Hospital Week 2025, NRC Health honors the caregivers and hospitals bringing Human Understanding to every patient experience. The post Celebrating Nurses Week & Hospital Week 2025 | Honoring Human Understanding in Healthcare appeared first on NRC Health.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

Sam Howard, guided into nursing by his mother, now leads as a flight nurse in Sikeston, Missouri, blending clinical expertise with compassion in high-pressure, life-saving situations. Some it seems like are born knowing what career they will go into while others ask for advice from those who know them the most on what they should go pursue. In the instance of Sam Howard of Chaffee, he had the advice and push from his mother when going to college.

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Speaker: Lizzie Wright - Director of Customer Success at Carrot Fertility

Employee expectations around benefits and workplace support have evolved in step with the growing need for fertility and family-forming care. As HR professionals, it is our job to ensure employees have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits our organizations offer and how they can utilize them. Before educating employees, we first need to understand the rising healthcare costs and the financial burden of fertility care.

Education

Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 8, 2025

The Washington State University College of Nursing is re-launching its Master of Nursing (MN) program following a redesign in direct response to evolving state needs. Created for baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses, the one-year, hybrid-format MN program offers two specialty tracks: Clinical Systems Leadership and Nurse Educator. Students benefit from flexible online and hybrid coursework combined with in-person practicum experiences in their local communities.

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