The Central Texas Organization for Nursing Leaders (CTONL) convenes on a quarterly basis in Austin Texas.  April’s meeting included an insightful presentation by Dr. Marlene Porter. In this article, Donna Anderson summarizes the presentation and provides information about attending future meetings.

Nurse Leader
Advocacy is an integral part of nursing. With proper education, nurses can expand their advocacy skills and involvement to impact policy.

EmergingRNLeader
University of Central Florida is conducting a study about acute care nursing manager workload and is currently seeking nurse leaders in minority demographics to participate.

American Nurses Association
In this free lecture hosted by the American Nurses Association and the Journal of Racial Reconciliation, you will gain insights from a distinguished panel of nurse activists as they discuss the crucial role of advocacy in tackling health inequities.

Nurse.com
Implicit bias in nursing poses challenges to patient care and nurses' well-being. Strategies like fostering diversity, self-awareness, and open communication can mitigate bias and enhance healthcare delivery.

For the latest news from the Nurses on Boards Coalition, visit https://www.nursesonboardscoalition.org/news/.

Daily Nurse
A recent survey by the Emergency Nurses Association's survey found over half of respondents experienced physical or verbal assaults within 30 days prior. 

HealthLeaders
The nurse leaders at AONL looked to the future to solve the current workforce issues. The 2024 AONL Conference stressed the importance of focusing on workplace violence, burnout, career development, mentorship, and integrating virtual nursing.

Nurse.com
Peer support aids professional development, fosters a sense of belonging, and provides crucial emotional support for nurses' well-being.

Almina Anudin-Cacho
Patient Care Coordinator
University Health System

 

TaTaka Perry-Johnson
Assistant Director
UH-Transplant

 

Elizabeth Saunders
University Hospital