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The simulation divide in European nursing schools

Sigma’s Europe Region Communication Committee |
When we explored how simulation is used in nursing education across Europe, we didn’t expect to uncover such differences between regions and programs. Our findings shed light on the barriers and successes shaping the future of learning.

Managing down, across, and up

Noriel Calaguas |
Reflecting on my leadership as a nursing program chairperson, I’m reminded of the resilience and resourcefulness I drew from these four Filipino values.

Where there are challenges, there is often innovation

Nicole Weathers |
Rural healthcare challenges demand innovative solutions. We highlight two examples in Iowa that are leveraging innovation and technology to improve healthcare outcomes despite significant barriers.

My quest for understanding

Marion Eckert |
Constant innovation and change have been at the forefront of my career to improve nursing knowledge and lives.

Four lessons to lead change: Highlights from the Pan American Nursing Research Colloquium

Regina Yuen |
As a Sigma United Nations Youth Representative, I traveled to Chile for this annual event and uncovered four insights that will challenge how you view nursing’s role in transforming healthcare.

A season of gratitude: Reflections from Sigma's CEO

Lucas M. Davis |
As 2024 comes to a close, I reflect on the remarkable accomplishments of our Sigma community and the profound impact you’ve made on nursing. There’s so much to celebrate—and even more ahead—as we continue this incredible journey together.

From humble beginnings to nurse educator

Karen Aul |
I loved being a nurse so much that I wanted to share my passion with future nurses, which led me to becoming a nurse educator.

Turning hurt into help

Emily Foster |
Driven by my struggles with anxiety and the impact of parental addiction, I transformed my nursing career into something unexpected—writing children's books. My journey from the bedside to the bookshelf is helping others heal in ways I never imagined.

Rebuilding our chapter

Michelle Neuman |
Slowly and steadily our chapter has been making progress toward once again having an active membership. By creating more visibility and community-driven events, we have seen renewed interest.

Be an exceptional nurse

Jacquelyn Svoboda |
I have always understood that nurses and health providers can make or break an experience for the patients and families we care for. However, it took being on the other side of the health system to reveal the impact of being an exceptional nurse.

Care, lead, transform

Zohra Lassi |
Through dedication, mentorship, and an unyielding passion for maternal and child health, I discovered a passion for research and became a global health leader committed to driving meaningful change.

Grieving my child’s addiction

Amy Joyner |
Though my daughter is still very much alive by definition, I am navigating the five stages of grief as I come to accept that, for now, she is lost to her substance use disorder.

Sigma’s Leadership Succession Committee wants YOU to REPRESENT

Sandra C. Garmon Bibb |
Reflecting on my purpose, I wanted to connect people, to celebrate with them, and to be that ambassador, that person representing Sigma excellence. I wanted to help move Sigma forward in a strategic way.

The power of support and mental well-being

Amy Witkoski Stimpfel |
Our results showed that organizational support and depressive symptoms among nurses were significant predictors of intent to stay in or leave their roles.

Transcending cultural barriers in nursing education

Glenn Ford D. Valdez |
Navigating the challenges of nursing and teaching in a foreign land, I’ve learned that true growth comes from embracing cultural differences and immersing myself fully in new experiences.

Overcoming workplace interpersonal conflict

Monica Kennison |
When unacceptable individual or group behavior goes unchallenged for years, changing the status quo becomes an uphill battle for a new leader. I have a battle plan for you.

From soul to sole

Anné Joubert |
A Sigma small grant supported my efforts to improve diabetic foot care in rural KwaZulu-Natal through a person-centered caring nurse training program.

Reflect, respect, respond: Enhancing nursing through infection prevention and control

Monina Hernandez |
Though my nursing specialty is unique, I am fully embracing Sigma’s 2023-2025 Organizational Call to Action to enhance the future of healthcare in my own way.

The gravity of teaching and learning through grief

Deanna M. Vilardell |
Early in my career, I introduced myself as a nurse first, but after experiencing profound personal loss, I realized that I am human. I’m learning the importance of self-compassion and embracing our humanity to better connect with and care for others.

Bridging cultural gaps in Eastern Europe

Martin Červený |
Program participants reported enhanced confidence in their capacity to care for patients from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing the favorable effect of cultural competence training on both healthcare providers and patients.