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The June issue also includes articles on incontinence and overactive bladder, the use of exercise to effectively manage diabetes, and tularemia, an infectious disease that can be transmitted by a tick or a bioterrorist attack. And don't miss ANA's columns: "Health and Safety" on musculoskeletal injuries and handling and moving patients safely; "Issues Update" on the impact of the Bush Administration on federal regulations impacting nursing; and "Washington Watch" on a public reporting quality initiative in nursing homes.
Don't miss this opportunity to save and be participate in this exciting, educational, and enjoyable event.
Fees go up after May 23rd. Go to http://nursingworld.org/conventn/2002/register.htm
This workshop taken place at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC is an opportunity to examine key concepts for nursing informatics. Throughout the event, there will be ample opportunity to network with faculty members and peers about nursing informatics issues. Participants will learn about the challenges other nurses face and the nursing informatics strategies they use to meet those challenges.
For more information and please visit www.aorn.org/events or call AORN at 800-755-2676
According to the American Hospital Association, the nursing vacancies have exacerbated hospital staff shortages across the mid-Atlantic region. Nearly half of its mid-Atlantic members reported that emergency rooms were operating over their capacity, and 60 percent of those hospitals were forced to divert ambulances to other facilities.
Read complete article at http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17177-2002May14.html
Forms for self-nominations and other information are available through http://nursingworld.org/about/election. You may call your CMA for information or contact Edna C. Amador, ANA Leadership Services, at 202/651/7037 (email: eamador@ana.org).
The study finds the current situation fundamentally different from those in the past, reflecting dissatisfaction with the profession by nurses and competition from other career opportunities for women.
The report, which offers recommendations for turning this critical shortage around, is available free online at The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Web site, http://www.rwjf.org/special/nursingshortage.
Study participants receive $25.00. The study consists of a phone interview and the completion of two questionnaires and takes about an hour.
If you meet the study criteria and want to participate or if you know someone whom I can invite to participate, please send an e-mail to scg1@nyu.edu or Saracgrant@aol.com.
Tune in to a free, live telecast on May 8th from 12-1:30 p.m. EDT, to learn more about the shortage and the comprehensive plan titled, Nursing's Agenda for the Future. National nursing organizations have united around a shared vision for the future of the profession and developed a strategic plan to address the complex, interrelated factors that have created a growing shortage of nurses. The plan
focuses on strategies that will move the profession forward in quantum leaps, thereby ensuring that consumers have access to high-quality nursing care.
Please visit http://www.pwpl.com/healthcare for more information on how you can view and participate in this worthwhile program. For more information about Nursing's Agenda go to http://www.NursingWorld.org/naf
The website is a partnership of many federal agencies, including Social Security, Medicare, and the Departments of Agriculture, Education, Energy, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, Labor, State, Veterans Affairs, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
The new computer program was launched on April 29 by the U.S. Department of
Labor, and the Office of Management and Budget. For more information log on to
http://www.govbenefits.gov/.
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The focus of FDA Patient Safety News is to help give health care personnel the information they need to protect patients and use medical products safely. There are cases in which the information that the show provides may require immediate action, such as removing a recalled item from stock, or carrying out the recommendations of a Safety Alert, or following a "safety tip." Sometimes the knowledge gained from an episode may mean knowing about which new product to use and when. Current episodes may be viewed at www.fda.gov/cdrh/psn or tapes may be requested from PSNews@cdrh.fda.gov.
Interns will attend seminars, lectures and meetings on relevant topics throughout the metropolitan area, facilitate outreach to state nurses associations throughout the U.S., respond to inquiries forwarded to the Center's website, research and write short articles for the Center's newsletter, Issues Update and more.
Please submit a two-page letter of interest and your C.V. to: Gladys White, Ph.D., R.N., Director, Center for Ethics and Human , American Nurses Association, 600 Maryland Avenue, S.W. Suite 100 West, Washington, D.C. 20024-2571 no later than May 30, 2002. Interns are responsible for making their own living arrangements but a stipend of $2,000 will be provided to help defray costs. 5/02/02
Under the Institute for Professional Nursing Development, the Cedars-Sinai will specifically increase the number of graduates with Bachelor of Science degrees in Nursing through a partnership with California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA). Cedars-Sinai will support the expansion of CSULA's Nursing Program by funding 20 additional students throughout the students' three-year educational program.
The Institute will provide education and training to increase the number of registered nurses prepared to provide specialty and critical care nursing to impact clinical staffing level. The Scholarship and Innovation Program of the Institute will support advance practice nurses and other caregivers in conducting joint medical and nursing research to improve clinical outcomes.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the largest nonprofit hospital in the Western United States, has been recognized for nursing excellence with the 2000 Magnet Hospital Recognition Award. 5/01/02
5/01/02
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Fall 2002 Call for Applicants - Clinical Research Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
5/31/02
The American Nurses Association's Ethnic Minority Fellowship Program (EMFP), is seeking applicants for its fall cycle of Clinical Research Pre-Doctoral Fellowship. This program supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides 3-5 year fellowships to masters prepared nurses committed to pursuing doctoral study on minority psychiatric-mental health and substance abuse issues. More...
Study Reveals Link Between Increased Nursing Care, Better Patient Outcomes in Hospitals
5/30/02
Findings from a study on nurse-staffing levels and the quality of care in hospitals published in today's New England Journal of Medicine provide "strong, reinforcing evidence" of the need for better nurse staffing systems, along with the need for further research, according to the American Nurses Association (ANA). More...
June 2002 AJN Examines Nurse-Physician Relationships
5/30/02
Approaching a topic that has long been a source of commentary and controversy, the June 2002 American Journal of Nursing features a multi-site survey of nurses, physicians and administrators on their perceptions of nurse-physician relationships, as well as the incidence of "physician disruptive behaviors" and their impact on nurse morale, satisfaction and retention. The survey revealed that the perceptions of physicians differed significantly from those of nurses and administrators, with physicians often underestimating the problem and its impact.
ANA Convention Highlights Unveiled
5/29/02
Inspirational stories of nurses caring for America, nursing's role in the nation's unfolding genetics revolution, and the nursing profession's agenda for the future are just a few of the educational topics to be featured at the American Nurses Association (ANA) 2002 Biennial Convention, June 29- July 2 in Philadelphia, PA. More...
New OJIN Ethics Column
5/29/02
"Domestic Violence, Nurses, and Ethics: What Are the Links?" is the title of the newest ethics column in the Online Journal of Issuse in Nursing (OJIN). Using illustrations from the articles in OJIN on domestic violence the authors discuss the links among violence, nurses and ethics through the lens of three frameworks. More...
Agreement for Mt. Sinai Nurses
5/28/02
The nearly 2,000 NYSNA RNs at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City last week ratified a three-year contract that establishes strong, new provisions to further develop staffing standards. More...
Call to Action - Health Action AIDS
5/24/02
As HIV/AIDS continues to spread at a rate of 15,000 new infections a day, we recognize that the developed world must rally the funds and resources to prevent new infections and treat and care for those already living with the disease. More...
Advance Convention Registration Deadline Extended until May 23rd
5/23/02
Save up to $60 by registering for the ANA Convention in advance - be a part of Nursing's best tradeshow and convention.
Using Technology to Enhance Patient Care Delivery -- July 12-14, 2002
5/23/02
Effects of this nursing shortage are already beginning to be felt in a number of regions in our nation and certain specialties, in particular intensive care and operating room nursing, are reported as being hardest hit at present. More...
Sixth Annual National Magnet Nursing Conference Magnet Status: An Attractive Outcome
5/22/02
The Sixth Annual Magnet Conference taken place at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN will kick-off Sunday, October 13, 2002 with a welcome reception and hospital tour. This year's conference goal is to provide an opportunity to explore resources that support the Magnet Recognition. More...
Announcing the "Register by April 15" Contest Winner
5/21/02
The winner of "ANA's Register by April 15" Contest is Margaret Wheatley, RN from Case Western Reserve University, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing. Margaret wins complimentary travel to and from the ANA Convention and 4 nights hotel accommodations. Congratulations Margaret.
ICN Reports on Workplace Violence against Healthcare Workers
5/21/02
The International Council of Nurses (ICN), working in conjunction with the International Labor Organization (ILO), the World Health Organization (WHO), and Public Services International (PSI), released research data that indicates violence undermines retention of health personnel and the delivery of quality of care everywhere. While known to be a serious problem in the industrialized world, this research indicates that violence in the health care workplace is a global phenomena. The research focused on Brazil, Bulgaria, Lebanon, Portugal, South Africa, and Thailand. Overall, more than have of the health sector personnel surveyed had experienced at least one incident of physical or psychological violence in the year previous to the study. ICN, ILO, WHO, and PSI are presently developing guidelines taking a preventive, remedial, participative and systematic approach to address workplace violence. For additional information, go to http://www.icn.ch/PR10_02.htm.
What Has ANA Done for Me Lately?
5/20/02
Read the latest on ANA's efforts on behalf of you and your patients regarding such core issues as the nursing shortage, health and safety, workplace rights and patient safety/advocacy. More...
Weekend Immersion in Nursing Informatics (WINI) - June 8-9, 2002
5/17/02
What is WINI? WINI is the Weekend Immersion in Nursing Informatics event developed by three informatics nurses now certified in nursing informatics by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The 2002 WINI program follows the content outline for the ANCC nursing informatics certification examination. The program's success was responsible, in part, for the creation of the US government grant to fund nursing informatics courses for nurse educators.
Contract Win for St. Vincents Nurses
5/16/02
RNs at St. Vincents Catholic Medical Center in New York City approved a new three-year contract that grants pay raises, stricter staffing provisions and greater restrictions on the hospital's ability to temporarily transfer nurses to unfamiliar units. More...
Mid-Atlantic Region's Nursing Deficit Deepening
5/15/02
The Washington Post reports that Maryland hospitals have experienced an increase in nurse vacancy rates for the third consecutive year, while D.C. hospitals say they continue to work on filling their nursing stations. In Virginia, hospitals are offering flexible hours, such as three 12-hour workdays, higher pay for odd work shifts and benefits for nurses who work less than full time to enable them to capture younger nurses and those looking to work around family schedules.
Spring 2002 Ethics and Human Rights Issues Update
5/15/02
Interested in current topics in ethics and human rights? Go to the latest issue of Ethics and Human Rights Update for articles about September 11th, moral distress in nursing, and confidentiality of health information. More...
Reminder - 2002 ANA Elections
5/14/02
There is still time to self-declare your candidacy. The self-nomination process will continue until June. Mail your complete candidate packets for receipt by ANA Secretary, c/o Leadership Services, by noon of June 21, 2002 EDT, or by the ANA Secretary, c/o Leadership Workroom, at the 2002 House of Delegate site by noon prior to the opening House of Delegates session.
Maryland Enacts Mandatory Overtime Legislation
5/14/02
On Monday May 6th, Maryland Governor Glendening signed into law mandatory overtime legislation that would prohibit an employer from requiring a nurse to work more than the regularly scheduled hours according to the predetermined work schedule.
A nurse may be required to work overtime if the work is a consequence of an emergency situation
which could not have been reasonable anticipated; the emergency situation is nonrecurring and is not caused by or aggravated by the employer's inattention or lack of reasonable contingency planning; the employer has exhausted all good faith, reasonable attempts to obtain voluntary workers during the succeeding shifts; the nurse has critical skills and expertise that are required for the work; the standard of care for a patient assignment requires continuity of care through completion of a case, treatment or procedure.
RWJF Issues Nursing Shortage Report
5/13/02
According to a new report, Health Care's Human Crisis: The American Nursing Shortage, commissioned by The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) the current nursing drought is not like previous shortages, it is about to get worse, and the tried and true solutions of the past are unlikely to solve it.
Nurses Week Press Event
5/13/02
On May 7th, 120 students from the John Hopkins School of Nursing joined ANA President Mary Foley, MS, RN, Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Senator Tim Hutchinson (R-AR), and Representative John Dingell (D-MI) for a press conference in front of the U.S. Capitol calling on Members of Congress to pass the Nurse Reinvestment Act and send it to President Bush for signature. More...
Doctoral Candidate Seeking Registered Nurses for Research Study
5/10/02
Doctoral candidate at New York University completing a dissertation on the career transitioning experiences of registered nurses who have for-profit sector experience is seeking nurses who:
Senator Clinton Greets Bronx VAMC Nurses - NNW
5/10/02
I am delighted to announce that on May 6th 2002 Senator Hillary Clinton greeted a full auditorium of Bronx VAMC staff and guests to celebrate National Nurses Week and the Bronx VAMC Nurses Awards Program. More...
Nursing Journal Launches New Continuing Education Series About Caring for Terminally Ill Patients
5/10/02
Research indicates that quality end-of-life care has been sorely lacking in the United States. To address this knowledge gap, the American Journal of Nursing (AJN) is publishing a bimonthly, palliative nursing care continuing education series. More...
Nurses Walk, Crawfish Boil, and CEUs in Louisiana - NNW
5/10/02
Respect Nurses Walk, sponsored by the LSNA was held May 4, 2002 in Baton Rouge. Over 75 nurses and friends of Nursing supported the profession by walking a route through downtown Baton Rouge. More...
ANA Supports Legislative Proposal to Improve Staffing in Nursing Homes
5/09/02
Citing a recent government report that revealed widespread under-staffing at our nation's nursing homes, the American Nurses Association (ANA) today threw its support behind a House measure that would improve care to residents of nursing homes by boosting staffing requirements in these facilities. More...
New Mexico March of Dimes Celebrates NNW with Nurse of the Year Event
5/09/02
The New Mexico Chapter of the March of Dimes and The Nurse of the Year Executive Committee are inviting nurses from throughout New Mexico to participate in the first annual Nurse of the Year recognition and appreciation event. More...
May 8th Program to Focus on Nursing's Agenda for the Future
5/08/02
Are you aware of the exciting work that is being done by the nursing profession to address critical staffing and shortage issues affecting the future of nursing and safety and quality of care? New Website to Help in the Search for Government Benefits and Assistance
5/08/02
U.S. Senator Larry Craig, ranking member of the Special Committee on Aging, says a new site on the Internet will help the public, especially seniors and their family members, and other members of the public identify federal programs designed to help them. "GovBenefits.gov is a brand new online screening tool that is free and simple to use. It's completely confidential - you don't have to identify yourself in any way. All you need to do is answer a series of questions asked on the computer screen and GovBenefits.gov returns a list of government programs you may be eligible for.
Celebrate Nurses Week with Gifts from NursesBooks.org
5/08/02
Celebrate Nurses Week with gifts from the American Nurses Association's online bookstore. Save money May 6-12 by receiving free shipping and handling on all orders placed at NursesBooks.org.
Need a gift idea? Consider ANA's newly sanctioned Code of Ethics with Interpretive Statements, the guide for carrying out nursing responsibilities, or the uplifting, encouraging and inspiring story collection Chicken Soup for the Nurses Soul or Principles and Practices of Nursing the scholarly, ambitious tome synthesizing what is known about nursing into a single 2119-page volume by Virginia Henderson, RN, MA. More...
WSNA Celebrates Nurses Week with Media Events - Bus Boards, TV Ads, PSAs
5/08/02
In celebration of National Nurses Week, the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) has planned several media events to recognize the dedication and courage of registered nurse in our community.
More...
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Gainesville, GA - Celebrating NNW with Cartoons
5/07/02
One fun activity we have planned is: a page of cartoons of nurses in various aspects of nursing. More...
ANA Endorses Legislation Addressing RN Staffing Shortage
5/07/02
Calling it a real plan to ensure quality patient care and improve nurses' working lives, the American Nurses Association (ANA) strongly endorsed legislation unveiled today by U.S. Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY) that takes aim at nurse staffing problems plaguing health care facilities nationwide. More...
Saint Joseph Health Center, Kansas City, MO - NNW, Poster Contest, Awards, Omelets
5/07/02
During Nurses Week, we have a full week of activities including Poster contest for best poster that demonstrates role of nurse and our organizations values. More...
Nurses Week - Free Gifts and Drawings
5/06/02
Free Online CE - 15 modules to choose from:
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Online Bookstore: http://nursingworld.org/books/
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http://nursingworld.org/member2.htm A Message From ANA President on National Nurses Week
ANA president Mary Foley addresses nurses regarding National Nurses Week and its significance to nurses around the world. More...
President Bush Sends Greetings
5/06/02
I am pleased to send greetings to those celebrating National Nurses Week. Nurses are on the front lines of care in our hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, schools and doctors' offices. More...
FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH)
5/06/02
FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) has developed a new pilot educational program to educate health care professionals about patient safety issues. "FDA Patient Safety News" is a monthly, 15 minute television program airing on healthcare education networks including Health Science Television Network (HSTN), Long Term Care Network (LTCN), VA's Education Network, and GE TiP TV. The programs provide information on significant new approvals, product recalls, safety alerts, and tips for improving patient safety.
Georgian Heights, Ontario, Canada - NNW, Music, Cake, Flowers
5/06/02
We at Georgian Heights in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada are planning a whole week of celebrations to honour our nurses. The week will start off with a bang. The nurses will have a music group playing music that reflects on the hard work they do for us. More...
Center for Ethics and Human Rights - Summer Internship Opportunity
5/03/02
The ANA Center for Ethics and Human Rights will be hosting its 3rd Annual Intern Program. This is an opportunity for two nurse interns: one with a primary focus in ethics; another with a primary focus in human rights, to work in Washington, D.C. this summer for a five-week period from July 15 - August 16. If you have a strong interest and some background in ethics and human rights in nursing, this is a summer experience that you will enjoy.
Hudson River Psychiatric Center, Poughkeepsie, New York - NNW, Breakfast, Speakers, Corsages
5/03/02
At Hudson River Psychiatric Center in Poughkeepsie, New York we have what is known as the' H.R.P.C. Nurse Recognition Committee'. Each year we plan a breakfast for our night nurses, a luncheon for all nurses which will take place on Wednesday, May 8th. More...
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Announces the Creation of the Institute for Professional Nursing Development
To assure the availability of a qualified nursing force, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center announces the creation of the Institute for Professional Nursing Development.
Florida Metropolitan University - NNW, Gathering Caps and Pins
5/01/02
We are gathering Nursing caps and pins to display from all our nursing staff. As we are in Florida, they may from any states around the country. More...
The John A. Hartford Foundation Awards First MBA Scholarships to Nursing Scholars
The Advisory & Selection Committee of the John A. Hartford Foundation Program: Building Academic Geriatric Nursing Capacity Scholar Program announces the selection of the first two MBA Scholars. More... Come to an Accreditation Workshop Near You
Attend one of several workshops now being offered and learn more about being an ANCC accredited organization. More...
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