Mary Bylone is a staff nurse in a management position because 25 years ago, there were not very many opportunities for staff to have a say in their practice. The environment is changing for the better, yet some nurses find it difficult to express issues to the manager. Mary believes that every nurse deserves to work in a healthy work environment and wants to assist staff in creating one where they work. What do you want to say to your manager? Let Mary help you craft a presentation that will yield results.
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Pam Tarapchak juggles the responsibilities of motherhood and marriage, along with a full-time career. Share her struggles and triumphs as she strives to achieve that infamous work/life balance.
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Alexandra Cosan was inspired by her RN-mother to enter the nursing field. She is in her second year at Villanova University in Pennsylvania. Enjoy the experiences of this 20-year-old San Diegan surviving student nursing on the East Coast.
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Lorettajo A. Kapinos will explore the diverse and complicated job of ED nursing, and touch on some general nursing topics she's come across during her 10 years in the field. She wants to share the simple stories of life and death that refuel her passion.
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If you're looking for a different type of online book club, look no further. Here you can read a great book and share you opinions with your colleagues around the world. So grab a book from our list, begin reading, and get ready to engage in some fun online discussion.
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Here you'll read accounts of personal growth, travel interests, special events and awards-essentially anything that's on your mind (within reason, of course). So sit back and enjoy stories from your peers.
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The ADVANCE for Nurses editorial staff will discuss issues in the nursing profession, current events in healthcare and offer their two cents for your enjoyment.
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Bridgette Williams isn't new to the professional world, but she's new to nursing, having earned her degree in 2008. Join her as she explores second-career nursing as a new grad.
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From our work environment to our homes and schools, our society is riddled with the catastrophic impact the lack of infection prevention has had in our communities, particularly in the facilities where we as nurses work. Susan Dubay, MPA, BSN, RN, will share her expertise and experience in infection control, and hopes this space will give you an opportunity to share your opinions and comments as professionals who deal with this important topic each and every day.
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Valerie Neff Newitt talks to nurses around the world for a global view of the challenges and triumphs that define their shared profession in disparate locations. Indeed, the lessons lie in the contrasts. On the move and in vacation mode? We'll be happy to share your travel discoveries.
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As President Obama treks the road to healthcare reform, ADVANCE for Nurses is along for the ride with the latest news from Washington and views from nurses.
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Kay Bensing, MA, RN, and Valerie Neff Newitt are forming a tag team in the world of healthy lifetyles. They're ready to "talk turkey" about weight, exercise, fitness, failures and successes. C'mon, jump on the fitness highway and cruise past overweight, poor food choices and inactivity. There's nothing to lose but a few extra pounds. And for once you'll like what you gain: more energy, increased self esteem and a solid, stable path to lifelong wellness.
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