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Good Morning, Readers! |
The Nursing Beat and SafeSeizure are hosting a networking event for nurses for Nurse Appreciation Night at the San Francisco Giants. We’re giving out five pairs of tickets to our rooftop networking event + game tickets. If you’re in the SF Bay Area, enter here.
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Today's Top Beats |
🤖 Drones to the Rescue
🫀 Artificial (Sweetener) Heart Disease
☎️ 10 Million
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What Does Innovation Mean to You? |
The Nursing Beat wants to hear your thoughts on nurse-led innovation at your facility. Take the survey for a chance to win one of three $100 American Express gift cards.
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HANDOFF |
Drones to the Rescue |
Starting in September, Clemmons, NC will deploy drones carrying AEDs to respond to cardiac arrest emergencies, potentially arriving faster than traditional first responders. This initiative, involving Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, Duke University, and Hovecon, aims to improve survival rates by delivering immediate aid (nearly 90% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims die due to delayed treatment). The program faces challenges such as FAA regulations and privacy concerns, but early results are promising.
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Artificial Sweetener, Real Risk?
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Growing research (mostly observational) suggests there may be a potential link between artificial sweeteners and heart disease. Some studies suggest sweeteners like xylitol and erythritol may increase blood clotting risks, but research is limited by small sample sizes and short durations. Researchers are also investigating the effects of artificial sweeteners on blood glucose, gut health, and the cardiovascular system. Experts call for better trials to determine the true health impact of sugar substitutes while recommending consuming whole, unprocessed foods for better health.
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Better Eating for Better Sleep |
About one in three Americans are sleep deprived, leading to serious health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and depression—but better eating habits can help. Consuming foods with tryptophan and healthy carbohydrates, such as through the Mediterranean diet, enhances melatonin production. Avoiding inflammatory foods, such as unhealthy carbs and saturated fats, and
maintaining dietary patterns rich in vegetables, plant-based proteins, and unsaturated fats can also improve sleep. Other sleep-promoting ideas include following proper meal timing, incorporating sleep-promoting liquids like chamomile tea before bed, and feeding your gut microbiome with prebiotics.
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TOGETHER WITH JOHNSON & JOHNSON
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Be the Change(maker) You Want to See |
Been dreaming of a better work environment but feeling powerless? We've all been there. The NurseHack4Health (NH4H) Pitch-A-Thon is your chance to regain control and help enhance your workplace.
Gather an interdisciplinary team from your facility and apply by August 2nd to pitch your team’s solution to a problem within your health system and receive up to $150,000 in grant funding. This is more than just a symbolic gesture of appreciation. It’s real money that can be used to drive lasting, systemic change within your healthcare system.
By participating, your team will have the chance to learn new skills that can benefit your nursing career. The NH4H Pitch-A-Thon is more than just a competition. It's an investment in your future, the future of your health system, and the future of nursing.
The NH4H is 100% virtual. Don't miss this opportunity. Apply now.
The NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon is presented by Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, & SONSIEL and sponsored by ALL IN: Wellbeing First for Healthcare and J & J Foundation.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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10 Million |
The number of calls, texts, and chats the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has answered since launching 2 years ago. Click here to learn how the lifeline use has changed year after year, how many LGBTQI+ youth and young adults have used the service, what happens when a person calls 988, and more.
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MAP OF THE MODERN NURSE WITH DEBRIEFING THE FRONT LINES
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Nurse Coaching: An Emerging Specialty |
Board Certified Nurse Coaching (NC-BC) is an emerging specialty of advanced practice nursing.
The American Holistic Nurses Association defines NC-BC as a skilled, purposeful, results-oriented and structured client interaction that is provided by Registered Nurses for the purpose of promoting achievement of client goals.
Nurse coaching is rooted in clinical knowledge, practice, research, and evidence-based protocols. NC-BC’s partner with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process inspiring them to maximize personal and professional potential.
The nurse coaching process involves 6 simultaneously occurring steps:
Establish relationship and assess client’s readiness for change (Assessment)
Identify client opportunities and issues (Diagnosis)
Assist client in establishing goals (Outcomes Identification)
Structure coaching interaction (Planning)
Empower clients to reach goals (Implementation)
Assist clients in determining the extent to which goals were achieved (Evaluation)
Interested in learning more about becoming a board certified nurse coach? Visit the The Integrative Nurse Coach Academy.
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Debriefing the Front Lines is a mental health organization, debriefing single incident and cumulative care taking trauma. Learn more here.
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What You Need to Know about the NH4H Pitch-a-Thon |
Read more on the opportunity to bring your solution to life.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Easy Lunch Solution |
This stackable bento box is great for meal prepping for your shifts and it's microwave and dishwasher safe!
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BREAK ROOM |
Cult Following |
Midsommar, an award-winning film about a bone-chilling cult, was released 5 years ago this month! If you need a laugh, watch @scrubhacks’ take on the cult life as she figures out the differences between
nurses and cults.
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Giveaway: An Elevated Networking Experience |
August 13, 2024 | San Francisco, CA
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Mingle with fellow nurses and cheer on the SF Giants! Enter to win two tickets to a special networking event with SafeSeizure and The Nursing Beat. Enjoy an exclusive gathering at the Cavaña rooftop, followed by watching the San Francisco Giants battle the Atlanta Braves. Enter here to win a one of five pairs of tickets for you and a friend!
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