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Hello, Nurses! |
When I decided to pursue a nursing degree, I was thrilled to discover I would need to take no higher-level math courses. 🤩 I’ve never been a fan of the subject, and haven’t needed to do much past reading recipes and calculating pediatric doses.
But, my math-phobia has left me a little lost in financial management. When it comes to investing, paying off my loans, and juggling money decisions, I need help. The good news? Help is here! Keep reading for a financial solution tailored to nurses.
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Today's Top Beats |
🤑 Financial Tips for Nurses
🧠 “Cognitive Shuffling” for Better Sleep
🚼 Infants Remember More Than Thought
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HANDOFF |
“Cognitive Shuffling” for Better Sleep |
If you ever have trouble falling asleep at night, a simple technique dubbed “cognitive shuffling” may help. When racing thoughts and stressful memories stop you from relaxing into a peaceful slumber, this technique teaches you to shuffle emotionally neutral objects—to gently pass them back and forth—which distracts your brain and can help you ease into sleep. For example, think of a word, like “ant.” Then, think of words that begin with each letter of that word: “Apple,” “Nice,” and “Train.” For another shuffling option, you can visualize calming scenarios to promote relaxation before sleep.
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Infants Remember More Than We Thought |
A Yale study suggests infants can establish memories earlier than previously thought, although you probably won’t remember your first food or the experience of being born. Published in Science, the study found when an infant’s hippocampus was more active while viewing an image, they were more likely to recognize it later. The authors think episodic memory may even form before age one. Research is ongoing to discover whether infant memories persist into preschool years.
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Better Staffing = Lower C-Section Rates |
A new study published in Nursing Outlook has found better nurse staffing during labor and delivery was correlated with lower rates of C-sections, including VBACs (vaginal births after C-sections). The study involved 2,786 nurses in 193 hospitals in 23 states, with data collected in 2018 and 2019. C-section occurrences were 11% lower in hospitals that adhered to
the national standards for nurse staffing ratios.
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TOGETHER WITH LAUREL ROAD
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Student Loans in Tumultuous Times:
A Q&A with Alyssa Schaefer of Laurel Road
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The financial landscape is changing, fast, and new laws and policies may have you feeling confused and frustrated with your student loan solutions. Laurel Road recently conducted a survey in partnership with Luminary and found that amongst people with student loan debt:
76% feel overwhelmed by excessive information.
70% feel overwhelmed by repayment options.
61% lack confidence in their repayment strategies.
For guidance navigating all the options and information on loan repayment, read our exclusive interview with Alyssa Schaefer, Chief Experience Officer and General Manager at Laurel Road, on the most important student loan information you need as a nurse right now.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Cap It Off |
Protect your straw from those workplace germs with these medical-themed straw toppers.
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BREAK ROOM |
Oura Ring Magic |
The Oura Ring saved this paralympian’s life when he thought he just had food poisoning. You would not be able to guess what he actually had. Would you wear the Oura Ring yourself?
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