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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Sep 26

For pregnant and postpartum patients, timely access to therapy is vital. Daisy Singla shows how nurses and midwives can step in to deliver effective, evidence-based care. Read about the SUMMIT trial results: https://bit.ly/4mygtsy

#PerinatalMentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Sep 25

Ontario is the first jurisdiction in Canada to include RN prescribing in undergraduate programs. Georgian College’s experience is paving the way for others and helping ensure safe, ethical practice.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pFmDd7

#NursingPractice #RNPrescribing #NursingEducation

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Sep 24

How do global experiences reshape nursing? For Mallory Browne, RN, her time in Kenya sparked a commitment to lifelong learning and equity in health care. Discover her story: https://bit.ly/3IswDpq

#Nurselife #PublicHealth #GlobalNursing

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Aug 25

Climate change is one of the biggest health challenges of our time.

This inspiring story shows how Sophie R. Walker, a Red River College Polytechnic nursing student, is driving change through her climate-resilient nursing research: https://bit.ly/4mu5iBP

#Nursing #PlanetaryHealth #ClimateAction

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Aug 15

Every life matters. Harm reduction keeps people alive until they are ready and able to take the next step toward treatment. As trusted professionals, nurses can counter misinformation and advocate for compassionate, evidence-based care.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4mHYSyV

#HarmReduction

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Aug 14

From healing chronic wounds to modernizing CNA’s governance, Dr. Kimberly LeBlanc is proving that leadership and patient care can go hand in hand.
Full story: https://bit.ly/3JbmfSQ

#NurseLeadership #NurseAdvocacy #CNA #NursesOfCanada

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Aug 13

“In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist; we must be anti-racist.” — Angela Y. Davis.
From historical exclusion to underrepresentation in leadership, anti-Black racism has shaped nursing in Canada for generations.

Here’s how we start dismantling it: https://bit.ly/4fxwAob

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Aug 12

Feeling stuck in your leadership role?
You’re not alone. Leading in health care can be rewarding, but also isolating. Learn how mentors, coaches, and sponsors can help you thrive instead of just survive.
Read more: https://bit.ly/46MFDiX

#NurseLeadership #NursingCareer #HealthcareLeaders

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Aug 11

By 2040, there will be 27% more working women aged 45–55 in Canada, many of them nurses. If we don’t address menopause at work now, staffing shortages could get worse.

Find out why: https://bit.ly/4fwWKaD

#NursingFuture #NurseWorkforce #MenopauseSupport #MenopauseAwareness #HealthcareRetention

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jul 11

Starting your nursing career is tough, even more so post-pandemic. CHUM’s innovative summer program gave recruits hands-on help, coaching, and confidence. Read more: https://bit.ly/44UXKSi

#NewNurses #NursingMentorship #WorkplaceSupport #NursingCareers #NurseLife #NurseTraining

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 25

Pride Month is a time to reflect on how we show up for our 2SLGBTQIA+ patients and our colleagues. This article calls on nurses to examine how we create — or unintentionally limit — safe spaces in our profession.

A must-read: https://bit.ly/3ZT2KnB

#PrideMonth #2SLGBTQIA

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 18

We know change takes time, but small actions from nurses can have a big impact.

This article revisits practical calls to action to help you provide more inclusive care for 2SLGBTQIA+ patients. A perfect read for Pride Month reflection: https://bit.ly/4dQKBg6

#PrideMonth #2SLGBTQIA

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 18

That post-grad “now what?” feeling? Kayla had it too—and it led her to online courses, ICU work, and CNA certification. Her story is a roadmap for turning uncertainty into action.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ZBRvjv

#nursingpathways #newgradnurses #nursingcertification #nursemotivation

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 11

Learning about trans and non-binary experiences helps us become better nurses for our patients and our colleagues. This article offers an honest, thoughtful look at why this matters. A great read to reflect on this Pride Month. 🌈

Read here: https://bit.ly/3ZhIRqb

#PrideMonth #2SLGBTQIA

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 11

Can narrative notes alone capture the full experience of someone in mental distress?

This week's article invites nurses to rethink how documentation can become more collaborative, ethical, and empowering for patients.

Read here: https://bit.ly/3FUhTyd

#EHR #Nursing #PatientVoice #MentalHealth

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 5

Today is World Environment Day — a reminder that the health of people and planet are deeply linked.

As nurses, we’re seeing climate impacts in patient care every day.
This piece breaks down what that looks like, and how we can respond: https://bit.ly/4mNmenx

#WorldEnvironmentDay #PlanetaryHealth

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 5

When care systems are overtaxed, it’s community-based solutions that can fill the gap. If you’re a nurse thinking about leading community wellness initiatives, this article is packed with insight.

Read here: https://bit.ly/3FyCSqh

#NursingLeadership #CommunityCare #RuralNursing #NursesOfCanada

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 2

Did you know hypertension is the #1 cause of disability and death worldwide? The new Hypertension Canada guideline is here to help nurses like us strengthen screening, treatment and patient education in everyday practice. Find out what’s new and why it matters: https://bit.ly/4kP37aR

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · Jun 2

Did you know hypertension is the #1 cause of disability and death worldwide? The new Hypertension Canada guideline is here to help nurses like us strengthen screening, treatment and patient education in everyday practice. Find out what’s new and why it matters: https://bit.ly/4kP37aR

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · May 22

If you’ve ever wondered how nursing could have more influence on the global stage, Sylvain Brousseau has a bold plan. From ethical recruitment to leadership development, his ICN strategy puts nurses at the center of global health.

Read Sylvain’s full vision here: https://bit.ly/4k8gseA

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · May 22

Nurses, you’ve seen patients struggling in silence. Michelle Danda shares how you can break that silence with confidence, compassion, and evidence-informed practice. Because suicide prevention isn’t someone else’s job. It’s ours too.

Read here: https://bit.ly/4dsAmyp

#SuicidePreventionMatters

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · May 22

If you’ve ever wondered how far your nursing career could take you, this story is for you. From clinical care to Senate chambers, Joan Kingston shows that nursing isn’t just a job — it’s a force for public good. Read more: https://bit.ly/44LNMTP

#NursingWeek2025 #NurseVoicesMatter #BeTheChange

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · May 14

Nurses are ready to lead on digital health, climate resilience, and innovative models of care. In her National Nursing Week message, Dr. Valerie Grdisa calls on the federal government to fully empower our profession.

Read the full message: https://bit.ly/3GUaWxr

#CNA2025 #NationalNursingWeek

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Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · May 12

As we celebrate National Nursing Week, this reflection from CNA president Kimberly LeBlanc is a reminder of the joy, meaning, and power nurses bring to health care. A perfect read to kick off #NationalNursingWeek.

Link: https://bit.ly/3H6wUgs

#CNA2025 #NurseLife #NursingMatters #NurseVoices

Canadian Nurse @insidecdnnurse.bsky.social · May 8

A genuine smile. Positive body language — two small things that speak volumes to Indigenous patients about whether they’re safe with you. This article is a must-read if you're serious about changing outcomes and rebuilding trust.

Read it now: https://bit.ly/3GKsVq0

#NurseLife #IndigenousHealth

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