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The Multifaceted Benefits of a Nursing Career

Daily Nurse

From financial security and physical health to spiritual fulfillment and the opportunity to make a lasting community impact, nursing enriches lives, both for the caregiver and the cared for. Financial Security and a Bright Retirement We love a career that allows us to be financially comfortable, and nursing does just that.

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Graduation Season and the Rise of a New Generation of Nurses: A Beacon of Hope Amid a National Shortage

Minority Nurse

Burnout, rising turnover rates, and a wave of retirements have created a perfect storm. They spoke about wanting to serve their communities, to be there for people during their most vulnerable moments, and to advocate for better health outcomes. They will be caring for us and our families.

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The Vital Role of Faith Community Nurses in Advancing Holistic and Equitable Health Care

American Nurse

APRN, FNP-BC Faith Community Nurses (FCNs), also known as Parish Nurses, are registered nurses—either active or retired—who have completed the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing program. These relationships help reduce healthcare hesitancy, particularly concerning mental health and dementia. A meta-analysis by Lima et al.

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7 Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs

Joyce

Whether you work at a long- or short-term rehab center, you’ll make a difference in restoring your patients’ physical, emotional, social, and mental health. Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs in Assisted Living Facilities OTAs are in demand at assisted living facilities, long-term care facilities, and retirement homes.

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Capitol HILL DAY and Membership Assembly 2023

American Nurse

Recommendations that emerged from the ANA MA included, to advocate for legislation to address safety and firearm access, to increase funding allocated towards mental health services, gun violence, and prevention research including research on gun violence against health care workers and in health care settings.

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Nurse Leaders Are Critical to the Future of Nursing

Relias

With rising rates of nurse burnout and more nurses retiring, strong leadership is essential to retaining and growing the workforce. Advocacy and policy influence: Nurse leaders are pushing for policies that support workplace safety , better staffing ratios , and mental health resources for nurses.

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A warming planet and human health

American Nurse

A warmer planet increases risks related to physical and mental health. Planetary warming combined with societal inequity result in disastrous impacts of wildfires, extreme temperatures, and severe storms on human health and well-being. Many people face greater risk of poor health outcomes just because of where they live.