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We are deeply saddened to learn about the three nurses injured in a hit-and-run accident while on duty in Philadelphia. This tragic incident underscores the daily dangers faced by nurses and healthcare workers who spend their careers caring for others. Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured nurses and their families, as well as the entire Penn Medicine community.
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🤕 Nurses Injured
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Nurses Injured During Hit-and-Run |
Three nurses were injured outside Penn Presbyterian Medical Center when a Jeep hit them while they were helping a gunshot victim that the Jeep driver dropped off. One nurse, suffering from internal injuries, is in critical condition, while the other two are stable. The driver fled the scene, and police are searching for the vehicle. Penn Medicine expressed condolences
over the incident, emphasizing the impact of rising violence on healthcare workers.
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CPC Practices Raise Alarm |
Like other crisis pregnancy centers (CPC), Idaho’s Sage Women’s Center offers pregnant women counseling and other services while trying to steer them away from an abortion. And in its client intake forms, it asks for sensitive, private, and often non-medical information—legal under HIPAA rules because its services are free. Watchdog groups and other critics argue this CPC
practice may mislead women facing unplanned pregnancies by using ambiguous language and religious counseling to discourage abortions, potentially delaying abortion care.
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NYU Program Exposes HS Students to Nursing |
NYU Langone Health and the NYC Department of Education have partnered to launch two programs under the HE³AT (Healthcare, Energy, Education, Environment, Agriculture, and Technology) initiative, preparing Brooklyn high school students for careers in clinical research and nursing. Students will gain hands-on experience at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, designing research projects and exploring nursing roles. These programs aim to build skills in leadership, project management, and healthcare, offering course credit and promoting diversity in the healthcare workforce.
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TOGETHER WITH CONNECTRN
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Combining Clinical Variety and Scheduling Freedom: Jerry Enget’s Story |
In 2023, Jerry Enget, RN, had been a nurse for ten years and found the required meetings and strict scheduling rules at his med/surg job increasingly grating. "Expecting me to attend a staff meeting in the middle of a med pass or stay for a meeting that could have been an email after night shift really started to bother me," he shared.
He longed for the freedom to create his own schedule and maximize time with his wife. Luckily, he found just what he was looking for with connectRN.
connectRN is the leading per diem app offering shifts in hospitals, home health, and senior living. It connects nurses with flexible PRN work opportunities, putting you in control of your schedule with no shift minimums, weekends, or holidays required.
Ready to rediscover your passion for nursing without sacrificing your personal life? Sign up with connectRN today and get started experiencing bedside care on your terms.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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76% |
The percentage increase in ED visits related to hypertensive disorders in pregnancy over the last 14 years. Click here to learn how many people the condition has affected, which demographics are more likely to visit the ED for this issue, and the factors that may be driving the increase.
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THE BREAK ROOM WITH SELF-CARE CATALYST |
Creating a “Dopamine Menu” |
This fun tool helps you naturally boost your dopamine levels, leading to increased happiness, motivation, and focus. Each part—appetizers, main dishes, sides, desserts, and specials—feature activities that can enhance your well-being. Whether you need a quick mood booster or something deeper, this menu has you covered.
Appetizers: Quick, easy activities like looking at a pic of your pet, a five-minute meditation, or making yummy coffee.
Entrees: These recharge you more, but require a greater time commitment. Ex. dinner out, crafting, trying new recipes.
Sides: Activities to stack with less fun tasks, like putting on a podcast while cleaning or talking to your bestie while running errands.
Desserts: Things that are fun, but best enjoyed in moderation. Ex. online shopping, late-night scrolling, snacking, or binge-watching TV.
Specials: These may be more of a treat, and often require more time or money. Ex. travel abroad, a spa day, or going to a concert.
What are you craving today?
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The Best of Both Worlds: Jerry Enget's Experience with connectRN |
Learn how one nurse found the scheduling freedom he wanted while still using the clinical skills he valued with connectRN.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Nurse Hair, Don't Care |
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Keep your hair out of your face with these adorable scrunchies!
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS
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After the devastation of Hurricane Helene, several nurses are stepping up to assist in the recovery efforts. Learn more and share your thoughts on TNB’s Instagram!
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