Looking to keep your finger on the pulse of the nursing industry? Check out this month’s top nursing news stories from around the globe.
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In the News
ANA
The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the premier organization representing the interests of the nation’s 4 million registered nurses. ANA is at the forefront of improving the quality of health care for all. Founded in 1896, and with members in all 50 states and U.S. territories, ANA is the strongest voice for the profession. Follow them @ANANursingWorld
As you set resolutions for 2024, prioritize self-care with the Well-Being Initiative! Explore our free programs and tools to support your mental health and happiness. Click here: https://t.co/VYB0oFKhm4 #WellBeingInitiative #NurseLife pic.twitter.com/iIaXvJdhh5
— American Nurses Association (@ANANursingWorld) December 26, 2023
AAN
The American Academy of Nursing serves the public by advancing health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. Academy Fellows are inducted into the organization for their extraordinary contributions to improve health locally and globally. With more than 2,900 Fellows, the Academy represents nursing’s most accomplished leaders in policy, research, administration, practice, and academia. Follow them: @AAN_Nursing
The American Academy of Nursing has released meeting proceeding summaries from the August 2022, December 2022, January 2023, and April 2023 Policy Dialogues, hosted by the Academy’s Expert Panels.
Learn more and view their policy recommendations here: https://t.co/8a6jUhW2u7— American Academy of Nursing (@AAN_Nursing) December 15, 2023
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners
The AANP empowers all nurse practitioners (NPs) to advance quality health care through practice, education, advocacy, research and leadership. AANP is a community for NPs, NP students, and individuals or organizations interested in the NP role. There are currently more than 109,000 members. AAP is working to improve patient care and advance NP practice. Follow them @AANP_NEWS
Dr. Loretta Ford turns 103 on Dec. 28. Learn about this NP founder’s impact through the stories of NPs, and find out how you can help wish her a happy birthday. https://t.co/wZpvaVjzfX #NPsLead pic.twitter.com/YmGmZTwFE6
— AANP (@AANP_NEWS) December 26, 2023
American Organization for Nurse Leadership
As the national professional organization of more than 10,000 nurse leaders, the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) is the voice of nursing leadership. Previously known as the American Organization for Nurse Executives (AONE), the organization changed its name in 2019 to better align with its core mission to shape health care through innovative and expert nursing leadership and vision of nursing leadership—one voice advancing health. Follow them @tweetAONL
Now Hiring: Chief Nursing Officer | Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center: Knoxville, Tennessee | https://t.co/dI9QMink06 #jobs
— AONL (@tweetAONL) December 26, 2023
🎙️This week’s episode of “Today in Nursing Leadership” we speak with nurse manager Beth Ann Pyle about her nurse manager wellness program, established to strengthen team relations, provide sustainable strategies for self-care and reduce turnover risk. https://t.co/eqLNXsdc3q pic.twitter.com/9LDUro6InS
— AONL (@tweetAONL) December 22, 2023
National Association of Neonatal Nurses
NANN is a community of registered nursing professionals at all stages of their careers who care for newborn infants born with a variety of health challenges, including prematurity, birth defects, infection, cardiac malformations, and surgical problems. For more than 30 years, NANN has supported its members and advanced the profession by providing opportunities for members to influence care for neonates and their families, collaborate with leaders and peers in their field, and gain knowledge to improve their daily practice. Follow them @NeonatalNurses.
See the impact of COVID-19 on premature births and the pivotal role vaccines played in restoring pre-pandemic birth rates.
Click to read the full article and stay informed. https://t.co/L75fgvhWhi pic.twitter.com/WvwmL2lqd4— NANN (@NeonatalNurses) December 26, 2023
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Tips From Nurses on Working Holiday Shifts
Working holiday shifts can be challenging. Use these simple strategies from NurseJournal (@nursejournal) to find greater peace and joy during the holiday season.
Ignite Change in Nursing by Taking the State of Nursing Survey Today!
Welcome to the third annual State of Nursing Survey. This survey aims to delve deep into the heart of the nursing profession, unraveling the challenges, aspirations, and unfiltered sentiments of nurses across the spectrum. We encourage you to take five minutes to complete the survey, and to share it with your colleagues, for in your experiences and insights lies the opportunity to guide the future of the nursing profession.
Upcoming 2024 Events
2024 AANP Health Policy Conference
January 28, 2024 – January 30, 2024 | Washington, District of Columbia
Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or a novice in the policy arena, this is a unique opportunity to expand your health policy knowledge and network with your peers. Space is limited, so save the date and plan to register early for the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) premier policy event of the year.
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AONL 2024 – Inspiring Leaders Conference
April 8-11, 2024, | New Orleans
Discover cutting-edge practices, earn professional continuing education credits, and explore innovative solutions. Whether you’re a seasoned nurse executive or new to your leadership journey, AONL 2024 offers the inspiration and empowerment you seek. Register now and be a part of shaping the future of nursing leadership!
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