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Rural Nursing: A Unique Specialty!

Dec 4, 2024 12:30:00 PM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in Nursing, rural health

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Just as orthopedic nurses are skilled at caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, and cardiac nurses specialize in patient care of cardiovascular disease, rural nurses are skilled at knowing a little bit about everything! They balance the needs of their patients with the often-limited resources and other challenges in small and sometimes isolated areas.

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After the Storm: Empowering Rural Nurses for Mental Health Response and Resilience in Disaster Recovery

Nov 6, 2024 6:00:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Nursing, rural health, disaster recovery

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Join us for this FREE Educational Support Program Designed Specifically for Rural Nursing in NC.

Due to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Western NC, the NC AHEC Nurse Council has decided to reschedule the 7th Annual Statewide AHEC Celebration for Rural Nursing Conference. Information details for the rescheduled date will be sent separately. Alternatively, we are hosting this free educational support program for rural health nurses still in honor of the upcoming National Rural Health Day in November.

 

Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Livestream Webinar
REGISTER NOW - FOR FREE

 

field of grass and happy young manAs our healthcare providers in our communities are focusing on disaster relief and resiliency, they face these many challenging questions in bringing support to those suffering PTSD while trying to rebuild a new future:

  • What do you say to someone who has lost everything?
  • What resources are available for survivors?
  • How can you distinguish between a normal post-disaster reaction and a serious mental health issue?
  • What are the best ways to support children and other vulnerable populations?

 

Rural healthcare professionals are the heart of your communities and will play a crucial role in helping the people of North Carolina recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. The road to recovery after a catastrophic natural disaster is long, and survivors will need support for years to come. This session, led by our faculty of disaster recovery mental health professionals, will equip you with the skills and knowledge to face the unique challenges of disaster response as you help communities rebuild.

 

Empowering more healthcare professionals, particularly rural nurses, to be trained and ready to respond in times of disaster will be an invaluable asset to our local communities, state, nation, and world. Topic specific focus on hurricane relief for NC will be covered that is reflective of both eastern and western experiences in our state.

 

Additionally, we will offer optional breakout sessions focused on group listening, networking support, and identifying best practices to address the current disaster support needs of the state.

 

Objectives

  • Describe the impacts of disasters on the brain and body.
  • Assess and triage the needs of survivors.
  • Demonstrate effective techniques for stabilization after disasters.
  • Provide support to special populations, such as children and individuals with special needs.
  • Explain the orientation for Disaster Mental Health (DMH) response.
  • Implement basic skills required for deployment in a DMH role.
  • Distinguish variable disaster response in diverse communities.

 

 

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Three Lessons About Diabetes and the Social Determinants of Health

Nov 30, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Janice Moore, MLS posted in Social Determinants of Health, Nursing, cancer

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The Northwest AHEC Practice Support Team supports social, physical, and economic environments which promote attaining the full potential of health and well-being for all. This blog segment highlights impactful publications which promote improved health outcomes through Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) each month.

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Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors: Nursing Considerations for Social Determinants of Health

Aug 31, 2023 7:15:00 AM / by Janice Moore, MLS posted in Social Determinants of Health, Nursing, cancer

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The Northwest AHEC Practice Support Team supports social, physical, and economic environments which promote attaining the full potential of health and well-being for all. This blog segment highlights impactful publications which promote improved health outcomes through Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) each month.

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Please join us in celebration of rural health nursing!

Sep 22, 2022 7:30:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Nursing, rural health

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The 5th Annual NC AHEC Statewide Celebration of Rural Health Nursing Conference will take place via Live Webinar on November 4th.

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Nursing Needs YOU! NC AHEC RN Refresher Program.

Feb 21, 2022 5:30:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in NCAHEC, Nursing, rn refresher

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For over 30 years, the NC Area Health Education Center RN Refresher Program has helped thousands of nurses rejuvenate their careers and go back to work. Now more than ever, our state needs nurses. The program is offering a discount for the program through April 30th. 

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Preventing Provider Burnout in 2021:Taking Time to Care for Ourselves

Apr 19, 2021 8:00:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Webinar, Nursing

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Join us on May 6, 2021, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM for this very timely live webinar. This retreat will focus on self-care and helping professionals to prevent personal burnout in their care of others.

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