Advocates for Life Skills and Opportunity (ALSO) ’s Post

This is a really important survey for Registered Nurses of all kinds to invest around 7 minutes in completing. Survey link: https://lnkd.in/grizM72n

What we do: We provide nursing oversight and other support services to people with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the agencies which support them. Nurses who work for DDN become advocates for the care of the individuals they serve. Using our proven system, Nurses make an impact on the lives of the people we serve and the teams that support them. #ddnconsultingservices #nursingagency #whatwedomatters

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#Nurse educators, I urge you to refrain from isolating students who disclose their disabilities when measured against a specific set of technical benchmarks. While the transition from nursing academia to practical application is customary, it's essential to recognize the breadth of the nursing #profession. As #educators, our primary responsibility is to guide students toward successful board examinations. However, it remains the prerogative of the students to determine their trajectory within the nursing field. Moreover, it's crucial to acknowledge that individuals with #disabilities often possess valuable skills honed through their everyday experiences.

Around the country, thousands of people with disabilities and families rely on private duty nursing to live at home and stay financially stable. Private duty nursing is care provided by a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse to someone who has complex medical needs. A private duty nurse performs skilled care in a person's home that is typically provided in a hospital or nursing home. Children and adults with disabilities who need these services rely on private duty nurses in order to live at home in their communities. Otherwise, they may be forced into an institution or nursing home—away from their families—and often have a lower quality of life and social inclusion. Right now, 50 to 70% of private duty nursing shifts are going unfilled, causing additional pressure and stress for those who need care. Click the link below ⬇️ to learn more about private duty nursing, hear stories from people who need it most and ways you can help protect this invaluable support. https://bit.ly/3oTnegH

“Hope is not about proving anything. It’s about choosing to believe this one thing, that love is bigger than any grim, bleak shit anyone can throw at us.” - Anne Lamott On social media, I’ve often come across individuals who deny the existence of racism or try to shift blame onto those raising awareness about it. It’s disheartening to witness this recurring pattern, especially when we consider the challenges faced by those impacted by racism. Trauma on trauma. The reality of racism in healthcare was highlighted in a national survey, where a significant 44% of nurses acknowledged racism as part of their nursing school’s culture. Even worse, it often comes from their managers. And on an even higher level: our political leaders with anti-dei legislation. This push is in turn prompting corporations to reduce their dei offerings. #dei #blm #endracism #diversityinclusion #apic #apic2023 #allyship #ally #allyshipmatters #ana #nursesonlinkedin #nurseleaders #infectionprevention

How do you start your advocacy journey? I am glad you asked… 1) Check out this week's NP student recording with Patrice Little, DNP, FNP-BC, and myself. 2). Find an issue you are passionate about. 3). Research the issue and get a greater understanding of how this issue impacts your family, individuals, and community members for your patients. 4). Identify potential allies who have similar interests in the issue that you’re passionate about. Connect with organizations that are already doing the work around this issue. Join nursing professional organizations and learn more about the advocacy process. 5). Develop strategies and an advocacy plan to increase awareness/visibility about the issue. Focusing on the messaging you’re trying to get across and who your target audience is. 6). I figure out your motives behind the advocacy goal. For example, is it really to help people and improve a cause or issue or just to get a name for yourself? You want to ensure your motives are pure before starting your advocacy journey. . . #advocacy #policychange #legislation #healthpolicy #nurses

Do you or a person you care for with DD use or need the care of a nurse? Are you having trouble finding and keeping nursing support? The OSU Nisonger Center and the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council want to understand your needs. Please complete a short survey at ow.ly/to3Q50OKH1v to share your nursing experiences and needs. Learn more about the study at ow.ly/4pec50OKH50. Image description: nurse and patient holding hands side to side.

Research project seeking trans and non-binary participants who are nurses, former nurses, and nursing students: Examining the Experiences of Transgender and Non-binary Nurses in the Workplace. To learn more: https://loom.ly/xLtHVdI