Guest Contributors: India Willis and Natasha CrooksNursology.net posts supporting DEI As diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives face unprecedented rollbacks across academic and healthcare institutions, the responsibility of Black nurses to educate and advocate has never been more critical. In an era where systemic barriers are being reinforced rather than dismantled, our role as educators becomes a form of … Continue reading Beyond the Stethoscope: Educating Our Way to Healthcare Justice
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JoAnn Hermann – Guardian of the Discipline
Guest Contributor: Daniel Pesut Guardian of the DisciplineIn Memoriam Dr. JoAnne Herman PhD RN, Professor Emerita University of South Carolina (1944-2024) Columbia, South Carolina - JoAnne Herman, PhD, RN, wife, mother and esteemed Professor Emerita at the College of Nursing at the University of South Carolina passed away at the age of 80 on March … Continue reading JoAnn Hermann – Guardian of the Discipline
Chameleons of Care: Nurses and the Adaptation Theory of Callista Roy
Contributor: Ana Luísa Quaresma Amaral As expected in the 21st century, we encounter numerous changes in all areas, considering the astronomical technological development and constant changes in society. All these transformations and evolution characterize this century, leading to the emergence of new global challenges where Nursing is no exception.We, nurses, frequently face various challenges during … Continue reading Chameleons of Care: Nurses and the Adaptation Theory of Callista Roy
Primary Nursing: A Methodological Theory
Contributors: Mia HaddadandJacqueline Fawcett(member of the Nursology.net Advisory Team) This blog presents a proposal to categorize nursology practice delivery models as methodological theories. Such theories can be thought of as assertions about the how, when, and where of implementing a way of practicing nursology, although not about the why of practice. Defining practice delivery models … Continue reading Primary Nursing: A Methodological Theory
Sister Marie Simone Roach: Guardian of the Discipline
In MemoriamGuardians of the Discipline Guest Contributor: Meghann BuycoPhD student in Nursing, Trinity Western University, Canada Source: https://www.clcurry.com/obituaries/108112 It is an absolute honour to feature Sister Marie Simone Roach (1922-2016) as a Guardian of our Discipline. Sister Roach grew up in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada, and was brought up by a Roman Catholic family. … Continue reading Sister Marie Simone Roach: Guardian of the Discipline
The Philosophy of Knowledge in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Are We Teaching, or Is AI Taking Over?
Guest Contributor: Cora RabePhD student in nursing, Texas Woman's University Introduction For centuries, philosophers have wrestled with life’s biggest questions: What is knowledge? How do we learn? Why do students suddenly "remember" an assignment is due five minutes before class? Okay, maybe that last one wasn’t on Plato’s mind, but if he were around today, … Continue reading The Philosophy of Knowledge in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Are We Teaching, or Is AI Taking Over?
Caring at the Time of Farewell: Palliative Extubation in Light of Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring
Contributor: Adriana Figueira Oliveira I have been working in a pediatric intensive care unit for three years, an area that came into my life unexpectedly but has provided me with excellent professional fulfillment. This challenging environment, both theoretically and practically, as well as emotionally, demands a human and holistic approach, especially in situations of significant … Continue reading Caring at the Time of Farewell: Palliative Extubation in Light of Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring
Emancipatory Knowing: Seeing Human Rights in the Everyday
Guest Contributor: Meghann BuycoNursology.net InternPhD student in nursing, Trinity Western University Over the past few years, I have been so absorbed by nursing research that it has become an integral part of my “practice” as a nurse. Although at some points I have been engrossed in the fundamentals of the laborious steps and procedures of … Continue reading Emancipatory Knowing: Seeing Human Rights in the Everyday
Ethical Considerations in Grounded Theory Research: Peplau’s Theory, Pattern Recognition, and Psychological Safety in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
Guest Contributor: Jitana Benton-LeePhD student in nursing at Texas Women's University Research in nursing has long emphasized the importance of the nurse-patient relationship as a foundational component of care. However, as nurse scholars, we must also critically examine how we ethically engage in research that seeks to understand this relationship, particularly through grounded theory methodologies. … Continue reading Ethical Considerations in Grounded Theory Research: Peplau’s Theory, Pattern Recognition, and Psychological Safety in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
Postpartum Reflection: Applicability of Neuro-Cognitive Model of Mirror Viewing in Understanding Self-Image
Guest Contributor: Jaya RijalPhD Student in Nursing Science, Texas Woman's University As a PhD student in Nursing Science at Texas Woman's University, I took several courses with Dr. Wyona M Freysteinson. Her theory, "The Neurocognitive Model of Mirror Viewing," was particularly unique and relevant to nursing. I am a mother of a toddler who faced … Continue reading Postpartum Reflection: Applicability of Neuro-Cognitive Model of Mirror Viewing in Understanding Self-Image
The Power of a Diverse Nurse Force in Uncertain Political Times
Guest Contributor: Brenice DuroseauPhD Candidate at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing Nursing, at its core, is a profession built on care—yet care is not neutral. It exists within systems shaped by history, power, and oppression. As nurses, we do not simply provide healthcare; we operate within the legacies of colonialism, white supremacy, and capitalism, … Continue reading The Power of a Diverse Nurse Force in Uncertain Political Times
Connecting hearts, saving lives: Joyce Travelbee’s human-to-human relationship model in the compassionate nursing care of a patient with suicidal ideation
Guest Contributor: Joana Margarida Martins Fernandes “I’m tired of being alive”: these were the first words I heard leave Pedro's lips (name changed). Pedro was found at home after committing self-harm with suicidal intent. The resident made the call for help in another room at the hostel where he lived. When I arrived, I told … Continue reading Connecting hearts, saving lives: Joyce Travelbee’s human-to-human relationship model in the compassionate nursing care of a patient with suicidal ideation
Jeanne Quint Benoliel (December 9, 1919 – January 23, 2012)
Guardian of the DisciplineIn Memoriam Contributor: Faith A. Tissot RN, CCRN, MSN-EdPhD student at Texas Women's University December 9, 1919 – January 23, 2012 Source: https://magazine.washington.edu/jeanne-quint-benoliel-1919-2012/ Distinguished nursing colleagues and scholars describe Dr. Benoliel as “a giant nurse pioneer and mentor in palliative care who gave nurses who care for the dying a voice.” Dr. Benoliel’s … Continue reading Jeanne Quint Benoliel (December 9, 1919 – January 23, 2012)
Unleashing the Power of Nursing Autonomy: A Journey Towards Empowerment
Guest Contributor: Fateimah Ahmed HakamiPhD student in nursing In the vibrant and dynamic world of healthcare, nursing autonomy stands as a pillar of professional practice and patient-centered care. But what does autonomy mean for nurses, and why is it so crucial? Grab a cup of coffee, and let’s unpack this together in true conversational style. … Continue reading Unleashing the Power of Nursing Autonomy: A Journey Towards Empowerment
Breaking the Silence: Mental Health, Suicide, and the Untold Stories of African Immigrant Youth in the U.S
Contributor: Thelma Ogochukwu Ejimofor Mental health is a critical topic in America, yet the conversation often overlooks a key demographic: young African immigrants. Whether they came to the U.S. early in life or were born to African parents in the United States, these individuals face unique mental health challenges that are rarely acknowledged. I know … Continue reading Breaking the Silence: Mental Health, Suicide, and the Untold Stories of African Immigrant Youth in the U.S
Cultivating Caring Behaviors in Nursing Education from a Philosophical Perspective
Guest Contributor: Lacy Foster ChandlerPhD Student at Texas Women's University Empirical evidence has dominated science and medicine in the last century. This can also be seen in the nursing profession and nursing education. Science and empirical knowledge are the prominent, if not the only concepts being taught and tested. Carper (1978) argued this issue, the … Continue reading Cultivating Caring Behaviors in Nursing Education from a Philosophical Perspective
Rethinking Nursing: Moving Beyond Heroic Narratives
Guest Contributor: Hyeyoung HwangDNP/PhD student at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing I still remember the excitement and nervousness I felt on the day of the Nightingale Pledge ceremony. Almost all nursing schools in South Korea, where I was born and raised, hold this ceremony to prepare nursing students for patient care. Before starting clinical … Continue reading Rethinking Nursing: Moving Beyond Heroic Narratives
The Importance of Transcultural Nursing in Pediatric Care: Applying Madeleine Leininger’s Sunrise Model
Cátia Alexandra Aguilar MartinsMasters in Nursing Student Catholic University of Portugal (Lisbon) Madeleine Leininger was the first nurse with a PhD in Cultural and Social Anthropology who addressed how to deal with patients from different cultural backgrounds and cultures. She created the concept of culture shock in 1950, after observing that recurring behavior patterns in … Continue reading The Importance of Transcultural Nursing in Pediatric Care: Applying Madeleine Leininger’s Sunrise Model
The Importance of Transcultural Care in Migrant Children: Contributions of Leininger’s View
Guest Contributor: Carolina Ferreira MarcelinoMaster's student in Child and Pediatric Health NursingCatholic University of Portugal (Lisbon) The migratory phenomenon has reached historic levels in recent months. It is expected to continue to increase, either to search for better socioeconomic conditions or to run away from violence, conflicts, and natural disasters. According to the United Nations … Continue reading The Importance of Transcultural Care in Migrant Children: Contributions of Leininger’s View
Cultural Competence vs Cultural Humility: What’s the Difference?
Danielle Brochu With the increasing spotlight on the demand for implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives through the healthcare industry and beyond, nurses will likely encounter ideologies and perspectives that may be unfamiliar to them in the context of their work. A common concept, albeit one that is waning in popularity, is cultural competence, … Continue reading Cultural Competence vs Cultural Humility: What’s the Difference?