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A Conversation with Tim Harris

Josephine Ensign

Tim Harris, 2015, Photo credit: Josephine Ensign Tim Harris , founder and longtime director (1994-2020) of Real Change , Seattle’s “street paper” anti-poverty newspaper, talked with me about his life and work in 2015. Real Change turns 30 this year, with the first issue published on August 20, 1994. My purpose with this Skid Road oral history project and podcast is to highlight and celebrate the visionary people in Seattle who have impacted the landscape locally in terms of hou

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How to Navigate Non-Compete Clauses as a Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Most Nurse Practitioners are familiar with non-compete clauses. Some even have firsthand experience of how restrictive they can be, particularly when transitioning from an employed position to starting a practice. However, for a short while, the recent FTC ban on non-compete clauses for most workers seemed to suggest that they would soon be a thing of the past.

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New Generation Z Slang To Know

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Every new generation uses unique terms that may or may not be familiar to their leaders. Consider the following story from a nurse manager: Several months ago, several of my new nurses told me that I was “brat’ I don’t have kids, and initially, the word brat […] The post New Generation Z Slang To Know appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Meet Captain Molly Murphy, the First Female Nurse to Conquer Ranger School and Inspire Healthcare Heroes

Daily Nurse

Captain Molly Murphy, a trailblazing ICU nurse from Colorado, has shattered glass ceilings by becoming the first female nurse to successfully complete the grueling Ranger School training in the Army. Her remarkable journey from Highlands Ranch High School to the University of Nebraska for ROTC and nursing to her current role as a pediatric ICU nurse at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center exemplifies her unwavering dedication to service and excellence in healthcare.

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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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A challenge that comes with nurse workforce stabilization

Becker's Hospital Review

Many hospitals are seeing nurse staffing levels stabilize after several years marked by significant shortages. While a welcome trend for the nation's healthcare system, it presents a new challenge.

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Should Nurses Try to Get Published?

Minority Nurse

When we think about nurses getting published, our thoughts naturally turn to nurses in academia doing research or teaching. However, being published is actually for everyone. Any nurse has the opportunity to be published, which can open the doors of possibility and reveal unforeseen career opportunities. Why Get Published? Dottie Roberts, EdD, MSN, MACI, RN, OCNS-C, CMSRN, CNE, has been the editor of the MEDSURG Nursing journal since 2002 and sees getting published as an equal opportunity. 

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Prioritizing Mental Health in Nurses

Daily Nurse

Nurses dedicate their lives to caring for others, but unfortunately, many do not feel supported at work. The American Nurses Association conducted a survey in 2023 that indicated that 2/3 of nurses who said they are suffering mental anguish or toxic emotions are either not seeking or not receiving mental health support, which is a horrifying statistic (American Nurses Association, 2023).

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Creative Ways for Travel Nurses to Show Appreciation to Coworkers at the End of Their Contract

The Gypsy Nurse

It can be a bittersweet moment when a nursing contract comes to an end. On one hand, many folks may be excited for a chance to see what comes next or take some time off. On the other hand, it’s easy to miss the work and the people that made the job so enjoyable along the way. That’s why, as part of your end-of-contract checklist , you should make it a point to show appreciation to your coworkers with a physical present, card, or other creative gift.

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How To Incorporate Flexible Scheduling In The Workplace

Celayix

Flexible scheduling is not a new concept. However, in the last couple of years, more and more companies are looking for ways to improve flexibility. Whether it’s where employees work from or when they work, employers know that flexibility is essential. 83% of workers in the U.S. think flexible working hours are important. About 74% also value the ability to work from different locations.

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Get to Know Your IntelyCare Employee Benefits Program

IntelyCare

At IntelyCare, we don’t treat our nursing professionals as part-time contractors. Our IntelyPros get all the benefits of a full-time IntelyCare employee. That means we provide employer-paid taxes, workers’ compensation and malpractice insurance, and access to our healthcare and retirement plans. Check it out! IntelyCare benefits include: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Access to Retirement Benefits Workers’ Compensation & Professional Liability Insurance Employer Paid Tax

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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

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Building a better future for all

American Nurse

Nurses meet evolving issues with compassion and resolve. Ready to tackle some of the most compelling issues in the profession, nurse leaders from across the U.S. came together at the 2024 American Nurses Association (ANA) Membership Assembly, the governing and official voting body of ANA, June 28-29 in Washington, D.C. Nearly 400 attendees addressed mental healthcare stigma in their profession, improvements in care for military veterans, the upcoming revision to the Code of Ethics for Nurses wit

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Jefferson Health Grows Its Groundbreaking Nursing SEAL Team Initiative

Diversity Nursing

Jefferson Health , a DiversityNursing.com “Proud Partner”, is excited to reveal the growth of its Nursing SEAL Team, a groundbreaking initiative designed to tackle staffing shortages while offering Nurses enhanced flexibility and valuable experience. The Nursing SEAL Team, which stands for Service, Excellence, Advocacy, and Leadership, was inspired by the concept of an elite special forces unit.

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Parental presence and the establishment of the therapeutic relationship: Theoretical reflections in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Nursology

Contributor: Laura Sophia da Silva I’ve been working as a nurse in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for about five years. In this unit, parents are only allowed to stay in the NICU during the night in situations where the newborn is facing imminent death.

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One resilient Ultrasound Technologist turns tragedy into triumph with her manager’s support

Providence

When caregivers (employees) share what they love about working at Providence, they often talk about supportive managers and coworkers who go the extra mile to help each other out. Kadlec Ultrasound Sonographer Mirza experienced the true meaning of “support” within our organization when she faced two overwhelming tragedies in her life. Here’s Mirza’s story.

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Maximizing Your Benefits Strategy: Reframing the Way We View Fertility

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.

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Evolving Your Nursing Career With a DNP in Executive Leadership Specialization

Post University

Registered nurses who want to elevate their careers and pursue leadership opportunities in the profession could choose to do so through additional education. One of the educational paths to build leadership skills is to pursue a doctor of nursing practice degree (DNP). Within a DNP program, nurses can often choose from a variety of specializations, such as educational leadership, executive leadership, informatics leadership, and professional leadership.

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Here's the Current Landscape of Nursing Education

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nursing education is evolving to accommodate new generations of nurses, says this nurse educator. Amidst one of the largest workforce shortages in healthcare history, CNOs are looking for ways to recruit new graduate nurses now more than ever. Many health systems are partnering with nursing schools and other academic institutions to help raise the next generation of nurses and create pipelines into the industry.

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Transforming patient experience through an innovative engagement center

NRC Health

Brooke Howard, Vice President of Operations at Tidelands Health shares how the system's patient connections team embarked on a transformative journey to enhance the patient experience. The post Transforming patient experience through an innovative engagement center appeared first on NRC Health.

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Three reasons clinic caregivers love living and working in Tri-Cities, Washington

Providence

Nestled among three beautiful rivers, the Tri-Cities are three adjacent cities in the Columbia Basin of Eastern Washington. Together, Kennewick, Pasco and Richland offer a mix of outdoor recreation and urban charm.

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Leveling the Playing Field: How HR Can Equitably Improve Health Outcomes Through Fertility Benefits

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

As HR and total rewards professionals, we are often seeking opportunities to foster a better sense of community and belonging amongst employees - ensuring that all employees have an equitable opportunity to receive fertility treatments is one of the many ways this can be achieved. Fertility benefits make it possible for employees to access treatments like IVF.

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NMC to reform revalidation process for disabled nurses

Nursing Times

Read about why the NMC has promised to make its revalidation process more accessible for disabled nurses and midwives.

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California nurse group urges governor to veto bill delaying earthquake safety measures

Becker's Hospital Review

California nurses urge Gov. Newsom to veto bill delaying earthquake safety standards for hospitals, citing potential for health inequity and closures.

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Reflections: My first year as a Magnet® Program Director

American Nurse

Takeaways: Serving as a Magnet Program Director (MPD)requires a love of the profession and a desire to celebrate the work of nurses. The first year of service as an MPD can prove challenging. Someone who’s successfully completed that first year can provide valuable insights. I should preface any reflections about my first year as a Magnet® Program Director (MPD) by sharing that, before earning my nursing degree, I graduated with a degree in musical theatre.

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How collaborative teams at Kadlec ensure quality, equitable care for every patient

Providence

At Kadlec, part of the Providence family of organizations, community is the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background or situation, has access to quality healthcare.

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Understanding Social Security Benefits: Essential Strategies for Seniors’ Estate Planning

Elder Care Matters

Maximizing Social Security benefits is a cornerstone of effective estate planning. Integrate these benefits into a holistic financial strategy to secure a comfortable retirement and ensure the efficient distribution of assets. The post Understanding Social Security Benefits: Essential Strategies for Seniors’ Estate Planning appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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'Schools Need to Keep Pace': How CNOs and Nurse Educators Should Partner in Nurse Education

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurse educators and nurse leaders must come together to be the unified voice and advocate for the nursing profession, says this nurse educator. HealthLeaders spoke to Jason Dunne , chief academic officer at the Arizona College of Nursing , about the current landscape of nursing education and how CNOs can partner with academic institutions to create pipelines into the industry.

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Mitigating patient identification threats

American Nurse

Learn how a high-reliability organization protected patient safety in a unique situation. Takeaways High reliability organizations have a preoccupation with failure, are sensitive to operations, are reluctant to simplify interpretations, have a commitment to excellence, and defer to experts. This HRO hospital had to address unique patient identification issues for identical twins scheduled for the same surgery on the same day with the same surgeon in the same specialized postoperative unit.

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Investing in Nursing Education: Can $30 Million Solve South Carolina’s RN Shortage

Empowered Nurses

The South Carolina state legislature has pumped $30 million into collegiate nursing programs over the past three years. It is anticipated that the Palmetto State has the seventh largest shortage of registered nurses in the nation which leaves one-in-five (20%) positions unfilled due to nurses retiring and current low staffing levels. An article published in Becker’s Hospital Review talked about the top ten states for R.N. shortages by 2036 of which South Carolina sits in the seventh position.

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Healthy Aging: Tips for Maintaining Physical and Mental Well-Being

Elder Care Matters

Aging is a natural part of life, and as we grow older, it becomes increasingly important to prioritize our physical and mental well-being. Maintaining good health is not only essential for living a fulfilling life, but it also plays a crucial role in estate planning. By staying healthy, seniors can manage their affairs independently and… The post Healthy Aging: Tips for Maintaining Physical and Mental Well-Being appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Your Nursing Career Recipe

Daily Nurse

All good recipes start with an idea and are then created using the best ingredients and techniques for bringing a successful dish to life. Your nursing career is no different — it’s made up of essential ingredients that work synergistically, with the result being a professional trajectory unique to you and your taste for professional development and personal fulfillment and satisfaction.

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Magnet4Europe: Taking the next steps

American Nurse

A partnership continues in support of patients and nurses. Takeaways: Magnet4Europe (M4E) is a 4-year European Union–funded project that began in January 2020 to improve the mental health and well-being of healthcare professionals in Europe. Magnet4Europe implemented a multi-faceted strategy by adopting the Magnet blueprint and one-to-one pairing with an experienced Magnet-recognized U.S. hospital and participating in learning collaboratives.

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USAHS Sponsors Seventh Annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The University’s students will play a major part in assisting athletes and ensuring their safety at the event. Originally published on Global Newswire OCEANSIDE, Calif., Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For the seventh year, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is proud to celebrate the resilience and skill of adaptive surfers as the title sponsor of the U.S.

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Healthcare leaders: 4 lessons CEOs can learn from nurses

Health Leaders | Nursing

No one is more skilled at personalization than a nurse. Nurses are the highly trained masters of individual care. They have to see and notice and respond and act—meeting each patient’s unique needs in the moment. Who better to learn from?

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Extending Your Travel Nurse Contract: Pros, Cons, and Tips

The Gypsy Nurse

Fusion Medical Staffing provided this article. Deciding whether extending your travel nurse contract or moving on after your assignment ends can feel like a tough call. On one hand, there’s comfort in the familiar — the friendly faces of the hospital or healthcare facility, the routines you’ve mastered, and the friends you’ve made along the way. On the other hand, the thrill of your next assignment might be calling your name, teasing you with the allure of fresh experiences and a change of scen

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Teaching Basic Genomics Concepts: Outcomes of a Team-Based Learning Activity for Nurse Practitioner Students

American Nurse

NURSE PRACTITIONERS (NPS) are the fastest-growing group of healthcare providers, with an increase of 8.5% over the past year and anticipated growth of over 40% by 2031 (American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2023). Nurse practitioners must provide clinical recommendations using the most current evidence-based practice. However, due to rapid technological advances over the past several years, the healthcare environment has evolved to focus on individualized care, including using genomic dat