• North America
  • Education

Navigating your MSN journey

I respect the pursuit of higher education. My advice comes from my own matriculation as well as advice that I give to my nursing students.
  • Research

Congress 2024: Expert presenters reveal latest nursing research

Five congress presenters explain the significance of their research and the crucial impact they’re working toward.
  • North America
  • Technology

Why AI needs nurses

During the recent UN Civil Society Conference, I attended sessions that focused on innovation and digital technology. My goal was to learn more about the status and governance of AI.
  • North America
  • Inspirational

A confident balance

How wedding dress shopping with my sister showcased the importance of assertive communication, and why I take this lesson to heart in my nursing career.
  • North America
  • Global Impact

The intersection of the UN civil society and the nursing community

We attended the Civil Society Conference to engage on global issues and collaborate with UN agencies, NGOs, and community members, focusing on five key areas. This is what we learned.
  • Global Impact
  • Global - Latin America

Tackling the mental health nursing challenge

As a contributor to the International Council of Nurses’ new Guidelines on Mental Health Nursing, here are some highlights from the recent webinar and report on efforts to address the overwhelming demand for mental health nurses and resources.
  • North America
  • Education

Improv to improve patient outcomes

I’ve found when teams learn the principles and practice applied improvisational exercises, they enhance their communication skills and develop more creativity and problem-solving abilities.
  • Research
  • Global - Asia

Advocating for the unheard

I initially pursued the nursing profession due to parental expectations, but, at times, doubted about my suitability. However, a breakthrough my senior year led to a career dedicated to subcultural healthcare.
  • North America
  • Chapters

Behind a rising leader is a great mentor

I tried to say no when a colleague and past chapter president pushed me to run for president of our Sigma chapter. She saw more in me than I saw in myself, and I have her to thank for this transformative experience.
  • Chapters
  • Global - Europe

Sigma charters first chapter in Spain

Welcome to the Sigma family, Alpha Gamma Alpha Chapter!
  • North America
  • Career

5 signs of a healthy workplace

In my own nursing journey, I have experienced bullying, gaslighting, and discrimination. My mission today is to empower nurses globally to be all that they can be and to make an impact in healthy workplaces.
  • Global Impact
  • North America

Breaking barriers to drive progress for women's empowerment

I reflect on the wealth of knowledge and insights I gained during my UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) experience. I realized that the path to gender equality is intertwined with the global fight against poverty.
  • North America
  • Global Impact
  • Global - Latin America

Empowering nurses to make policy change

Policy does not always mean politics, and driving effective change does not always mean running for office. We share several tips we’ve learned through monthly cafés to help you grow as a nurse policy entrepreneur.
  • Global - Europe
  • Research

Meeting tomorrow’s health and care needs

In June, Sigma’s Europe Region will host its 7th biennial conference. Three keynote speakers give you an inside look at the research they’ll be sharing to foster innovative, interdisciplinary approaches for the future.
  • North America
  • Career

Thriving together: Building healthier workplaces

Two award-winning institutions showcase the strategies and policies they’ve implemented to contribute to a supportive and productive workplace.
  • North America
  • Inspirational

The nursing legacy of a saint

Mother Teresa, my lifelong hero, left an indelible mark on my nursing career when I had the privilege of meeting her during my time as an ICU nurse. In reflecting on her legacy, I’ve found many connections between her ethos and the ICN Code of Ethics.
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  • Career

We can change the outcome

In my work, I’ve witnessed the ebb and flow of congestive heart failure readmissions, and I’m on a quest to arm my patients with the power of understanding and a hands-on visualization of their health.
  • Career
  • North America

A village of mentors

Fueled by a passion for child mental health, my career evolved from clinical roles to leadership, where I’ve pioneered integrated programs and influenced policies globally—all due to the village of mentors who believed in me.
  • North America
  • Research

The collaborative edge

Nurse scientists play a crucial role in advancing research and evidence-based practice, but their progress is often hindered by the challenges they face. We believe collaboration can help clear the path.
  • North America
  • Leadership

Teamwork, on belay

Despite my fear of heights, I found myself on a five-day rock climbing experience. It became a powerful metaphor for teamwork, communication, and mutual support, mirroring the collaborative nature of ICU nursing.
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