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UMass Nursing Leader Gabrielle Abelard Named 2025 AANP Fellow for Advancing Mental Health Equity and Holistic Care

Minority Nurse

Abelard, who serves as graduate program director and psychiatric mental health specialty director for UMass Amherst’s Elaine Marieb College of Nursing, is recognized for her impactful leadership in psychiatric nursing and commitment to advancing equitable, person-centered care. Her work spans far beyond the classroom.

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Gerontology nursing: holistic care of the older person

The Nurse Break

However, much of our health system is still built, funded, and educated with the traditional focus on resolving acute injury or illness. It supports students through 11 core competencies including mental health, dementia care, legal and ethical frameworks, palliative care, pain management, technology and more.

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Celebrating 50 Years of Pediatric Nursing Excellence: A Conversation with PNCB Chair Amanda Vickers

Daily Nurse

Meeting the Moment: Mental Health and Holistic Care As pediatric nurses face the growing challenge of addressing youth mental health, PNCB has expanded its support through education and credentialing. This is crucial for early intervention and holistic care.

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Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A nurse practitioner is a licensed clinician who is focused on providing evidence-based, empathic care to patients. Not only does this type of advanced practice nurse treat acute and chronic conditions—they also focus on preventive and holistic care. What Do Nurse Practitioners Do? No, nurse practitioners aren’t doctors.

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The Power of Teamwork in Combating Nursing Home Neglect 

American Medical Compliance

The Role of Teamwork in Preventing Nursing Home Neglect Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Healthcare Providers Healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and social workers, must work together to deliver holistic care. Addressing staffing challenges and burnout is crucial.

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Nursing Care Plan: Guide with Example & Writing Tips

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

What Are the Components of a Care Plan? Care Plan Fundamentals Sample Nursing Care Plan What Is a Nursing Care Plan? A nursing care plan documents how to identify a patients needs and facilitate holistic care, typically according to a five-step framework.

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Mental Health Affairs Spotlights USAHS’ Assistant Program Director’s Role as Mental Health Advocate

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

As global mental health issues continue to rise, so does the dire need for expert healthcare practitioners. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), “more than 150 million people live in federally designated mental health professional shortage areas.”