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Good Morning, Readers! |
This week is a special one for me because it’s the last week of my 20’s––both a slightly terrifying and exciting reality. Every birthday, I like to get reflective and make a list of the top things I am grateful for. At the top of my list this year is being a nurse:
I’m grateful to exist in a profession that has allowed me to be present for so many human experiences, good and bad.
I’m grateful to have worked in the NICU (my dream specialty) and watched little babies flourish!
I’m MOST grateful to be part of the TNB team and be present with all of you (and be in a profession that allows versatility!)
Now I want to hear from you! What aspect of being a nurse are you most grateful for? Connect with me here and let me know.
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Today's Top Beats |
🚨 HHS Employees Fired
🩺 Renal Denervation
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Have You Heard of Renal Denervation? |
Renal denervation, a procedure the FDA approved just a few months ago, offers hope for patients with treatment-resistant hypertension by disrupting overactive kidney nerves. While renal denervation is not a cure, studies show it can drop blood pressure by an average of 8 to 10 points. The American Heart Association recently endorsed it as promising, but hospitals are still determining candidates and insurance coverage. Of course, experts stress that lifestyle changes and regular monitoring remain crucial for managing hypertension.
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Providence Nurses' Healthcare in Jeopardy
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Providence warned striking Oregon nurses that their healthcare benefits will lapse if the walkout continues past February 28, adding that nurses who return by the deadline will not face this consequence. Nearly 5,000 employees across eight Providence hospitals in Oregon began striking on January 10. And while some bargaining units have reached deals,
many nurses remain without contracts. While Providence claims the policy was clear from the start, the Oregon Nurses Association condemned it as a pressure tactic that prioritizes profits over caregivers and patients.
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Thousands of HHS Employees Fired |
Federal health agencies including the CDC, FDA, and NIH, have been downsided tremendously as thousands of HHS probationary workers—typically those with less than a year on the job—were terminated over the weekend. The CDC alone lost one-tenth of its workforce, and this includes half of the officers in the agency’s Epidemic Intelligence Service (the CDC’s “disease detectives”). Mistaken terminations and contractor layoffs added to the fallout, sparking backlash over the impact on public health. While the White House defended the cuts as necessary reforms, many affected workers expressed shock and financial distress.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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The number of rural hospitals across the US currently at risk of closure. Can you guess which state has the highest percentage (50%) of rural hospitals at risk of closure? Click here to learn the breakdown of potential rural hospital closures by state.
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MAP OF THE MODERN NURSE WITH DEBRIEFING THE FRONT LINES
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The Transformative Power of Debriefing |
Debriefing is an essential practice for nurses, providing a structured setting for reflection and recovering a sense of safety in the aftermath of trauma.
Debriefing is crucial for both professional development and personal well-being. Following high-pressure situations, debriefing enables nurses to engage in open discussions about the events addressing both successes and areas for improvement.
This reflective practice facilitates the identification of potential enhancements in patient care and fosters teamwork by promoting open communication among staff members.
Debriefing serves as a platform for expressing emotions, validating feelings, and offering support to colleagues. Regular debriefings, or well-being debriefings, can contribute to the development of a resilient nursing team, enhancing their preparedness for future challenges.
The emphasis on debriefing in nursing not only enhances patient care but also strengthens the nursing community by promoting mental health and professional growth.
Interested in bringing debriefing to your organization? Learn more here.
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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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Dayton ICU Consulting |
Spokane, WA
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Dayton ICU Consulting provides education, training, and consulting support to help ICU teams become Awake and Walking ICUs. Find out more here.
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8 Common Nursing Specialties |
Learn more about some of the most common nursing specialties and how you can get started on the path toward your dream nursing career.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
An Ode to Mr. Rogers |
L&D nurses will love this sweet badge reel!
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BREAK ROOM |
Dumb Deaths |
Have you seen the viral TikTok trend of “dumb ways to die”? Check out this dumb way to die- nursing edition. Have you seen anyone do this before?
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