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ANA is excited to share that we are a lead partner on a new educational campaign supported by Sanofi Pasteur focused on driving flu vaccinations this flu season called The Race to 200M . See the press release here . As nurses, we know the importance of flu vaccination. This year – given the intersection with COVID-19 – it is more important than ever ... morein Safety on 09/17/2020 12:49 PM -
From the moment a person enters nursing school, they’re trained to work in tandem with patients, family members, and loved ones. A patient’s recovery is always a team effort. Yet the coronavirus pandemic threw a curveball at the way nurses must handle communication with patients and their loved ones. Gone are the days when nurses and doctors could ... morein Safety on 09/01/2020 01:56 PM -
DISCLAIMER: The content provided on this webpage is general in nature and does not constitute legal or medical advice. This webpage is for reference only. Laws vary by jurisdiction, locality, state, or country; please follow the laws of your specific jurisdiction and consult with an attorney if you have any questions regarding the laws of your ... morein Safety on 08/31/2020 03:40 PM -
By Joelle T. Fathi, DNP, RN, ARNP, ANP-BC, CTTS, NCTTP Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has shone a spotlight on the egregious reality of risk and racial inequities, particularly in current and former smokers and has amplified the opportunity to address these racial inequities through effective treatment of tobacco use disorder and nicotine ... morein Safety on 06/01/2020 04:12 PM -
HNHN's Strength through Resiliency Committee, via the behest of the American Nurses Association's 2019 Membership Assembly, is examining, developing, collecting mental health resources for nurses, including those for suicide prevention. The Strength through Resiliency Committee is comprised of a Work Group and Review Committee and is ... morein Safety on 04/10/2020 10:21 AM -
By Nursing@Georgetown One in three women and one in four men have experienced sexual violence involving physical contact during their lifetimes, External link according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This type of trauma necessitates urgent medical attention from trained sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs), yet ... morein Safety on 12/18/2019 09:51 AM -
By Elizabeth Monsees Nurses are natural partners in antibiotic stewardship efforts. Aside from interacting with an array of disciplines and having the privilege to spend time with patients, our daily work promotes appropriate antibiotic use. Nurses support the process of antibiotic optimization through a number of clinical practices such as: ... morein Safety on 10/28/2019 12:25 PM -
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is April 27-May 4, 2019. This is the 25 th anniversary of NIIW, an annual observance to highlight the positive impact of vaccination on the lives of infants and children. Healthcare professionals are on the front lines of the fight against vaccine-preventable diseases. According to CDC research, parents ... morein Safety on 04/16/2019 09:23 AM -
How to prevent and handle 5 winter weather dangers. The approach of the holidays and the onset of winter bring a lot to look forward to. However, it’s important to be prepared safety-wise for colder weather. Although some winter injuries may involve bad luck (like a slip on ice), there are tactics you can use to keep yourself, your family, and your ... morein Safety on 12/11/2018 03:34 PM -
It’s the holiday season. Time for family, friend, and co-worker get-togethers. Time for shopping wrapping, and giving gifts. Time for holiday traditions. Maybe there will be some traveling. For many people, alcohol is a part of the holidays…a cup of eggnog at the company party, a glass of wine to relax after a long day of shopping, a new year’s toast ... morein Safety on 11/20/2018 11:17 AM -
By Melissa Harvey, Director of the Hospital Preparedness Program With the nation still recovering from Hurricane Florence and wildfires in the west, it is critical that the U.S. health care system be ready. Fortunately, The Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) prepares the health care system to save lives during emergencies and disasters. ... morein Safety on 10/04/2018 01:33 PM -
Marilyn Pierce-Bulger, APRN, Owner/Manager, FASDx Services LLC and Board of Director member, Alaska Center for FASDs, Anchorage, AK Beth Kelsey, EdD, APRN, WHNP-BC, FAANP, Director of Publications, National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health Catherine Ruhl, MS, CNM, Director, Women’s Health Programs, Association of ... morein Safety on 09/26/2018 05:37 PM -
Why distracted driving is a problem — and what you can do to prevent it. morein Safety on 09/17/2018 02:35 PM -
8 ways nurses who work nights can stay healthy and happy. morein Safety on 08/27/2018 01:13 PM -
Cynthia Coleman, RN, and Donna M. Fountain, PhD, RN share their experiences of workplace violence against nurses. morein Safety on 08/14/2018 12:18 PM -
ANA’s Senior Policy Advisor Ruth Francis, MPH, MCHES, explains why nurse fatigue is a dangerous issue for nurses and what we can do about it. morein Safety on 12/22/2017 12:55 PM
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Preventing the spread of infection within a hospital takes a concerted team effort in which nurses are critical. “Nurses are at every level of patient care, whether within an institution, community, or home. It’s the nurse who is the patient advocate, educator, and facilitator of care. They’re the individuals who are most likely to ensure patient ... morein Safety on 11/13/2017 11:47 AM -
ANA’s Senior Policy Advisor, Sharon Morgan, explains the impact staffing has on nurse and patient safety. morein Safety on 10/27/2017 04:05 PM -
ANA’s Senior Policy Advisor Ruth Francis, MPH, MCHES, shares strategies for keeping nurses safe from sharps. morein Safety on 10/11/2017 07:05 PM -
Cynthia Clark, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, explains how nurses can foster collegial relationships with one another, move past incivility and bullying, and promote healthy work environments. morein Safety on 09/06/2017 06:50 PM -
Over the course of a year, 35,800 nurse workdays are lost due to musculoskeletal injury, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and according to the American Nurses Association’s 2016 Health Risk Appraisal , seven out of 10 nurses report pain resulting from their work. “Nurses are the heart of health care, yet they are the most injured ... morein Safety on 06/14/2017 10:14 AM -
Nurses understand the dangers of spending too much time in the sun and many of us practice sun safety measures to protect against skin cancer, but protecting against skin cancer is a topic that should stay top of mind. Check out these Sun Safety Tips for Nurses. morein Safety on 06/05/2017 11:05 AM
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