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Boy sitting in a hospital bed with a golden retriever therapy dogFeatureCompanions in Care: The Healing Role of Hospital Therapy AnimalsHow furry friends comfort and delight patients — and nurses!...better. “They are nothing but a blessing,” Ryan says. ROBIN FILLNER, RN, BSN, CMSRN, is an oncology nurse and health writer who specializes in issues of wellness, mental health, and...
Men in Nursing 2024Future TechCool inventions that should exist!...with a “pop.” Minas Kedilerli, UCLA West Valley Medical Center A modern-day crystal ball showing how many patients will walk into our ER, so I can anticipate how many beds...
Illustration of nurse grieving the loss of a patient.FeatureNurses Grieving PatientsHealthy ways to manage the deep emotions that accompany loss...may be “clogged up” inside our own hearts. HUI-WEN SATO, RN, MSN, has worked as a pediatric ICU nurse in Los Angeles since 2010. She is a featured conference speaker,...
Illustration of nurse waving at nurse manager sitting in front of computer.Healthy WorkforceHow to Confront a Bully as a Nurse LeaderPractical tips for dealing with bad behavior you don’t witness...in your area. RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, FAAN, CSP, is the CEO and founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute (healthyworkforceinstitute.com). JASMIN MORA is a freelance illustrator. Reach her at jasminmora.com....
Illustration of person standing next to suitcase and first aid kit.FeatureMedical Emergencies on VacationA little planning now might avert a disaster down the road...be some disasters you can’t avoid — which is all the more reason to try to mitigate the ones you can. DIANE BARNET, RN, is a legal nurse consultant and...

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Illustration of new grad nurse setting up an IV while other nurse scratches his head.Healthy WorkforceGetting New Grads Up to SpeedClose the preparation gap by cultivating a learning culture...we can create a culture where everyone helps each other to learn, grow, and reach their potential. RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, FAAN, CSP, is the CEO and founder of the...
Compilation of headshot photos from 20 CNOs interviewed in the article.CNO Roundtable 2024Question 8: The Business SideWhat should nurses do to educate themselves on the business side of healthcare?...their patients. Karen Grimley / UCLA Health Take the time to learn how your department runs. Consult your supervisor to learn more about things that impact resource utilization, and remind...
Compilation of headshot photos from 20 CNOs interviewed in the article.CNO Roundtable 2024Question 3: Workplace CultureWhat strategies are most effective in reducing staff bullying and incivility?...Leila Ibushi-Thompson / Adventist Health White Memorial Implementing a just culture program fosters accountability, trust, mutual respect, and open communication, which empowers staff to speak up about mistreatment and address...
Compilation of headshot photos from 20 CNOs interviewed in the article.CNO Roundtable 2024Question 5: Staff DevelopmentHow can nurse leaders promote their nurses' individual career development?...and employee discounts for continuing education. Working and going to school can be a challenge, but we have a self-scheduling system that gives our nursing staff additional flexibility. Leila Ibushi-Thompson...