December 13, 2025
"The Way We Treat Older Adults Transitioning to Long-Term Care is Garbage," asserts Marion Leary, PhD, MPH, RN, highlighting the urgent need for improved healthcare policies that better support this vulnerable population. In her commentary, she addresses the widespread nurse opinions urging for enhanced nursing advocacy in the transition process, emphasizing that a shift in our approach is essential for the well-being of older adults.
Opinion Paper: Revisiting Speaking Truth to Power
by Mary Canales, PhD, MPH, RN, CNE, FAAN
This opinion paper revisits the critical role of speaking truth to power in the context of healthcare policies. It highlights the importance of incorporating nurse opinions into the conversation to ensure that nursing advocacy is effective and representative. By empowering nurses to voice their perspectives, we can strengthen the influence of healthcare policies that truly reflect the needs of patients and communities.
Cleveland Plain Dealer Oct 30, 2025
by Susan Busch, MSN, NP, RN