Health Equity Best Practices & Strategies in Education

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A webinar for nursing faculty that focuses on integrating health equity principles into nursing education. In this engaging webinar hosted by the Washington Center for Nursing (WCN) and the Council for Nursing Education in Washington State (CNEWS), participants will explore effective strategies to address bias, cultural humility, and social determinants of health to enhance their […]

Spirituality and Spiritual Care in Nursing Education and Practice

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Spiritual care, broadly defined as care of a person’s inner spirit, is important for all nurses to understand and implement in practice. Research demonstrates that strengthening the inner spirit in turn influences the mind and body toward healing. This webinar focuses on the four areas defining what spirituality is and how it intersects with health. […]

Combatting Prescription Drug Abuse: Insights from the Drug Enforcement Administration

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Get ready to learn about the widespread misuse of both prescription and non-prescription opioids. Join Heather McMurry from the Seattle Drug Enforcement Administration, as she provides an overview of the prescription drug epidemic and practical information for students and practitioners about responsibly prescribing and dispensing prescription drugs. You'll walk away more informed about the fentanyl crisis, diversion, and […]

SNOW 2025 Virtual Spring Conference

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School nurses are often seen as a source of care, compassion, and reassurance, especially in challenging situations. In a school setting, students with unseen medical conditions may rely on school nurses to offer the support and accommodations they need, even when their struggles aren’t visible. School nurses often can “Be the Light” to brighten the […]

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Examining the Impact of Historical Policies on Health Disparities (Part 1 of 2)

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Health disparities disproportionately impact individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds and their communities. Institutional and structural racism undergird the conditions that perpetuate health disparities and make it easy to blame the affected for their poor health. Healthcare leaders and providers must understand the egregious, intentional, and unjust policies that have shaped the way for poor social […]

2025 Black Maternal Health Week Campaign (#BMHW25)

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BMMA is hosting the #BMHW25 National Call on Feb. 24, 2025 at 1pm ET, to discuss how everyone can get involved in this annual nationally recognized public health campaign! The call will highlight the purpose, goals, and activities of the week, including showcasing #BMHW25 activities that will be hosted by our partners in the Alliance. […]

WSNA Update and CNE Webinar on Nurses Advancing Health Equity

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Join us for a brief update from WSNA, followed by a webinar on Nurses Advancing Health Equity. This free webinar meets the new Washington state Health Equity Continuing Education requirement for registered nurse licensure renewal in 2026 and will award two CNE contact hours. The WSNA business update meets our bylaws requirement* for a membership […]

ANNOUNCEMENT OF DOCTORAL FINAL EXAMINATION for Randi M. Arias-Losado, RN MS-L

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Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 8:00 AM The Experiences of Native Americans After a Nonfatal Suicide Event and Healthcare - Abstract - Dissertation Chair: Dr. Tullamora Landis, PhD, RN-BC, CNL Native Americans make up only 2% of the population, yet have one of the highest suicide rates of any ethnic or racial group in the […]

Buprenorphine: Clinical Tips for Prescribing for Chronic Pain and/or Opioid Use Disorder

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Overview Buprenorphine is a safe and effective medication for treatment of both opioid use disorder and chronic pain.  This webinar will consider its history, FDA - approved products, and some principles for clinical use. Mark Murphy, MD Mark Murphy, MD, is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Washington Department of Family Medicine and […]

Inclusive Excellence Forum: Understanding our Undocumented Student Populations

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Join us as the Undocumented Student Center presents on understanding undocumented student populations. This is the Fall 2024 Inclusive Excellence Forum through the WSU Inclusivity Council, offered via Zoom for all students, faculty, staff, and community members who would like to attend. In this presentation, an overview of undocumented student populations will be given. From […]

Consequences of Trauma: Pain and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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Join Sheila Rauch, PhD, ABPP of Emory University for an in-depth exploration of the complex relationship between trauma, chronic pain, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This live virtual event will discuss the neurobiological overlap between chronic pain and PTSD, explore how each condition affects the other, and examine how they collectively impact treatment and outcomes. […]

ANNOUNCEMENT OF DOCTORAL FINAL EXAMINATION for Jordan Ferris, RN

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024, 8:00 AM Substance Use Related Licensure Discipline in Nurses: Factors and Trends in the Return-to-Work (RTW) Process Abstract Dissertation Chair: Dr. Marian Wilson, PHD, MPH, RN, PMGT-BC Background: Substance use among Registered Nurses has significant consequences that can extend into their workplace and patient care delivery. Limited research has explored substance […]