Another Successful and Inspiring National Labor Academy
Nurses from around the country gathered for the National Federation of Nurses third annual National Labor Academy, which took place in Chicago, May 4 – 6. As always, NFN Academy…
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NFN Wishes You a Very Happy National Nurses Week
The National Federation of Nurses applauds its members and nurses everywhere for their dedicated service to patients, and wish them a very happy National Nurses Week. This observation comes at…
WSNA Rallies Support Across the State with New Patient Safety Campaign
Unsafe staffing is the leading concern for staff nurses across the county. It endangers patient care, and leads to nurse burnout, injury, violence and fatigue. Studies show that registered nurses…
Your Stories
Kelly McLean: The Violence After the Initial Attack
Nurses are the victims of violence on the job more than any other profession. It comes at the hands of patients and family members, and leaves both emotional and physical…
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Susan Walters, RN
Susan Walters, RN, has been an Emergency Room nurse for 36 years and has experienced violent assault in the workplace on more than one occasion during that time. Through her…
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Jéaux Rinehart, RN
Jéaux Rinehart has been a nurse for more than 30 years, working primarily in the emergency care arena. With such deep experience, Jéaux is familiar with the escalating trend of violence against nurses.
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