Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season: Tips from the Montana Nurses Association
Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season: Tips from the Montana Nurses Association As the seasons change, so do the risks of illness. From colds… Read more
Celebrating Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Message from the Montana Nurses Association
Celebrating Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Message from the Montana Nurses Association As the season of Thanksgiving surrounds us with its spirit of gratitude and giving, the… Read more
Honoring Our Veterans this Veterans Day
Honoring Our Veterans this Veterans Day Today, on Veterans Day, the Montana Nurses Association extends our deepest gratitude to all who have served in the… Read more
NARS Information
The new NARS is ready for everyone to use. The new NARS site is nars.nursingworld.org As we receive any additional information from ANCC we will… Read more
Taking Care of Your Mental Health During the Holiday Season
Taking Care of Your Mental Health During the Holiday Season As we enter the holiday season, many of us feel both excitement and pressure to… Read more
Nursing on the Frontlines: A Tribute to Nurses During Hurricane Season
Nursing on the Frontlines: A Tribute to Nurses During Hurricane Season and the Call for Hurricane Relief As hurricane season sweeps across parts of the… Read more
Navigating Back to School: A Guide for Montana Nurses
Navigating Back to School: A Guide for Montana Nurses As summer fades and the back-to-school season approaches, many of us are preparing for a shift… Read more
Celebrating Nurses: The Heart of Montana’s Workforce on Labor Day
Celebrating Nurses: The Heart of Montana’s Workforce on Labor Day Labor Day is a time to honor the incredible contributions of all workers who drive… Read more
The Power of Nursing Voices: How Voting Can Transform Healthcare Policy
The Power of Nursing Voices: How Voting Can Transform Healthcare Policy In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, nurses stand at the forefront of patient care,… Read more
Celebrating Excellence: The Distinguished Nurse of the Year Award in Honor of Trudy Malone
Celebrating Excellence: The Distinguished Nurse of the Year Award in Honor of Trudy Malone The Montana Nurses Association (MNA) proudly presents the Distinguished Nurse of… Read more
The Impact of Fire Season on Nursing in Montana
The Impact of Fire Season on Nursing in Montana Montana, known for its vast wilderness and natural beauty, faces a harsh reality every year: fire… Read more
Embracing the Future of Nursing: Insights from Key Nursing Statistics
Embracing the Future of Nursing: Insights from Key Nursing Statistics The landscape of nursing is evolving rapidly, with a wealth of new statistics shedding light… Read more
Healing the Healer: The Benefits of Nurse Coaching for Nurses and Healthcare Facilities
Healing the Healer: The Benefits of Nurse Coaching for Nurses and Healthcare Facilities In a 2021 survey, nurses reported high-stress levels: 81% reported feeling exhausted,… Read more
Help Us Make This Blog the Best Resource for Nurses in Montana!
Help Us Make This Blog the Best Resource for Nurses in Montana! Hello Montana Nurses! Welcome to the Montana Nurses Association (MNA) blog! We’re thrilled… Read more
Honoring the Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Tribute from the Montana Nurses Association
Honoring the Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Tribute from the Montana Nurses Association As the warm sun rises over the vast and breathtaking landscapes of Montana,… Read more
Quick and Delicious Nutrient-Dense Meals for Busy Nurses: 4 Easy Recipes
Quick and Delicious Nutrient-Dense Meals for Busy Nurses: 4 Easy Recipes Being a nurse is a demanding profession that often leaves little time for meal… Read more
Celebrating Our Montana Nurses: National Nurses Week 2024
Celebrating Our Montana Nurses: National Nurses Week May 6-12, 2024 As we commence National Nurses Week, the Montana Nurses Association is honored to celebrate the… Read more
MNA Partners with MASN: Passage of Levies will Improve Health Outcomes
A parent in Billings School District 2 reached out to our professional nurse associations for comments about a recent “safety levy” and address some district… Read more
Nurturing the Nurturer: Prioritizing Mental Health Awareness Among Montana Nurses
Nurturing the Nurturer: Prioritizing Mental Health Awareness Among Montana Nurses In the demanding landscape of healthcare, nurses are the bedrock, tirelessly tending to the needs… Read more
Introducing the MNA’s New Biweekly Blog!
Introducing the MNA’s New Biweekly Blog! Dear Nurses, Healthcare Professionals, and Supporters, We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Montana Nurses Association’s newest… Read more
2023 Legislative Session
Learn more about MNA’s advocacy during the 2023 legislative session! 2023 Legislative Updates (Copy) Read more
Safe Staffing and Workplace Safety for RNs in Montana
In 2023, your Montana Nurses Association passed legislation to report workplace violence. MNA also introduced legislation to establish safe staffing standards in healthcare. Learn about… Read more
Board of Nursing proposes repeal of Continuing Education requirements
Stay up-to-date with the conversations surrounding the Montana Board of Nursing’s proposed repeal of ALL continuing education requirements for RNs and APRNs. Listen to the… Read more
Watchdog Alleges Pattern of Labor Law Violations by St. Peter’s Union-Busting Consultant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 27, 2023 Contact: Bob Funk | 406-461-6787 Watchdog Alleges Pattern of Labor Law Violations by St. Peter’s Union-Busting Consultant (Helena, MT)… Read more
RNs at St. Peters file for NLRB election
Support these nurses by signing their petition! For Immediate Release: Media Advisory Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Contact: Robin Haux, MNA Labor Program Director ([email protected] /… Read more
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare and MNA Local #16 settle first collective bargaining agreement
Montana Nurses Association (MNA) is pleased to announce that the first collective bargaining contract, between Barrett Hospital & HealthCare (BHH) in Dillon and MNA Local… Read more
HB590 signed into law
HB590 signed into law MNA has continued to address the rise in violence in the healthcare setting through legislation, education, and culture change. Keep in… Read more
APU Discussion Board
Collaborate with your peers on our APU Discussion Board using Padlet – Add questions, add comments, or just read what other’s are doing and seeing. … Read more
Guidelines for Pharmacotherapeutic (Rx) Contact Hours
Guidelines for Pharmacotherapeutic (Rx) Contact Hours Advanced practice nurses with prescriptive authority are required to obtain pharmacotherapeutic credit for a certain portion of their contact… Read more
2022 Criteria Spotlights
Every month in 2022, we’ll be taking some time during our monthly calls to spotlight a specific accreditation criterion (or pair of criteria). We look… Read more