Nurses Against Violence Unite w/Dr. Sandy: Recent Episodes

Dr. Sandra Risoldi

Violence is at an all-time high among nurses according to studies and many incidents are not reported. The issues begin from the foundation of the nursing curriculum and the lack of resources not given to those on the front line of this opioid epidemic or adequate mental health education. Compounding this issue is the lack of reporting of incidents due to the fear of organizational retaliation. Nurses and all of those on the front line are suffering and it is time to make the change that healthcare needs, otherwise we will continue to lose nurses and nursing staff. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/navunite/support

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Where, what and why were we created? This organization was created to unite the nursing profession and work towards the solutions we need. 

Please join us and become a member today! NAVUnite.org 


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Are you suffering from burnout and depression? Please know that you are not alone. Many nurses are suffering as studies show. If you are feeling suicidal or having thoughts, know that people want to help.   

Suicide Helpine: 800-273-8255  

Statistics Correction:  7,378 Survey Respondents, Males 530, Females 6,776 Suicidal Ideation: Males 42, Females 354 Without Suicidal Ideation: Males 488, Females 6,422 (AJN 11/2021)


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It is an honor to have Ms. Bonaparte on our webinar! Her drive and innovation is priceless to our profession as Ms. Boneparte is breathing vital material into her new venture St. Joseph's Medical Center Training Solutions and promoting her event on November 18, 2021 "The Allied Health Revolution: A Tipping Point to Close the Healthcare Shortage Gap". We are both honored and privileged to accept the invitation to speak on the behalf of frontline healthcare workers.


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Where were you on 9-11? This is a memory we all have in common, 20 years ago, when we stood up united!


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Super Star Rosheka Davis joins us this evening to talk about correctional versus hospital nursing, and the challenges facing us on the floor.  Rosheka shares wisdom with a history working in corrections and a police force, bringing awareness to healthy coping mechanisms by forming speeches and speaking our truth personally and professionally.


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2019-2021 COVID 

Full-Time Student + Working Full-Time + Single Mom - a Nurse + Learning Challenges = How did I manage it all?  

Was it easy? No

Did I Push Through? Absolutely!


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COVID-19 Early Treatment & What Nurses Need to Know   COVID-19 REMEDIES https://www.amazon.com/dp/1952642000/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_5V30A3QAFB8W8G8NMT8H  THE HCQ DEBATE!: What Did Researchers Hide About Hydroxychloroquine? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KWZZVWS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PSzIFbKNNEW49  COVID-19: Physician Treatment Strategies by Caxton Opere, MD https://books.apple.com/us/book/covid-19-physician-treatment-strategies/id1516019095


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It is important to be a team in nursing, especially now with the nonstop issues that we are facing in healthcare. We are above these issues and let's change the putrified conditions that have been festering in our work environments. NursesAgainstViolence.org

Nurse #Nurses #Nursing #RN #LPN #CNA #Healthcare #Hospital


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Supporting our community Friend Ms. Matthews and the Facebook group ScrubLife4ever where she enjoys building a community of support and awareness of their own talents. Loving the support and uplifting vibes we all need.


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The battle cry and the call to action for solidarity and change. We are One and Alone I do not stand. Making my claim and promise right now, this is our time. #unite #solidarity


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On this week's episode, it is my honor to have Dr. Susan Dawson joining us on NurseTalk to talk about Emotional Dissonance. Dr. Dawson is a board-certified clinical nurse specialist and nurse practitioner in adult psychiatry. She has served as a doctorally prepared professor, Director, and Dean of nursing for 30 years in Iowa, Texas, Illinois, Missouri, and has had a practice since being certified 27 years ago in advanced nursing. Her practice has focused on underserved populations. The health and wellness of her clients encompass a holistic approach to mental and behavioral health services to achieve the best outcome for each patient.

Within the populations she serves, she has identified increased issues of addiction and has added these skills to her practice. Her goal is to work in an integrated way to increase comprehensive care with an understanding of these issues in addition to underlying mental health issues. Her passion is to serve clients and to prepare others to care for the mental health of those in need. Recently Dr. Dawson has been appointed to the Federal Intergovernmental Agency Advisory Board on Substance Use.

Through her 48 years of nursing practice, she has learned the art of listening. She spends her time listening to the needs of her clients and helping them to get the best life possible.


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Joining us all the way from the UK, Dr. Ruth Mary Allen is sharing her expertise with Brain Health and techniques that Healthcare workers can use during stressful times.  Like & Subscribe for new updates!


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NurseTalk w/Dr. Sandy's Special Guest the is week is Dr. Lori Wichman and talking about her research project "Incivility and the Effects on the New Graduate Nurse".


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Something that we are all guilty of....self-defeating talk. With so much that we are working on, and the added stressors in our lives, it is paramount that we decrease the mental cluster f and break the habit of the vicious cycle. We each have this ability to break free, now it is time to stop the insanity.

Please join us live every Tuesday at 730pm EST on our main Facebook page: Facebook.com/NAVUnite to interact with Dr. Sandy


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Getting worse every day before and with #COVID patients, stretched staff to earth-shattering deficits in safety that would make OSHA cry in a corner. 

When does this stop? 

It can stop with us not allowing it to continue.

Statistics show that it ultimately affects our mental health, impedes patient care, and quality of life.

The incivility ends with each of us! NursesAgainstViolence.org

NP #RN #LPN #CNA


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A member's first-hand account of the harassment they received from their administration while working in nursing education, relentless is an understatement.

EndHealthcareViolence #Education #PreventViolence


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What? Why are you sitting down!?! 

I know you are tired, we have to keep going.

Come on! Change isn't going to change by itself!!

NP #RN #LPN #CNA


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Are you just like your friends, family, or co-workers?

Do you think as they do?

Are you a visual learner? Hands-on? or can you memorize content?

This is a game-changer!!

Nurses #Nurse #RN #LPN #CNA


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Do you believe in setting goals?

Did you think of where you would be 5 years ago and feels as if time has stood still?

It is time to release your fears and doubts, we have some work to do!


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Given an ultimatum to Either Walk Away from NAVUnite for a position or Not be Hired.


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Topics today:

Traumatic Attack on a Resident in PA

Independent Insurance Consultant for Mental Wellness

Rise Up Everyone, Change is Happening!!


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So many things have been happening in our profession and personal lives, it is important to stay connected. Please join us every week when I bring on new guests to talk about different topics, including workplace violence and how we can combat this issue together. 

Every Tuesday at 730pm EST catch us Live on Facebook.com/NAVUnite!


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Jump into your greatness by fine-tuning your why with Dr. Sandy, the Founder & CEO of Nurses Against Violence Unite, Inc. #RN #LPN #Nurse #Nurses #MD #Healthcare #EndHralthcareViolence


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This week we have a wonderful guest and moderator for NAVUnite that has committed herself to help other individuals that have been sexually assaulted and degraded while doing her job.  Who could Candie talk to when nobody will listen? We are proud to have her as she truly cares and discusses her truth to help others in her similar situation.  

If you or someone that you know is a first responder, yes nurses too, please come join our free support group on Facebook!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/NAVUnite/


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NAVUnite meets Jessica Frazier, we were talking about the challenges that she has faced and how she is overcoming the assault that she suffered working in a pediatric mental health unit.  The facility was not only unsupportive but made it difficult for her as the lasting effects of her injuries continue to this day.  

If you are being bullied or feeling unsupported, we are here to help you.  We stand together.  Join Our Support Group Today!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/NAVUnite/


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Where has the time gone! We are already in the middle of January and this is turning out to be an amazing year already!!  Hang On! It is going to get even better! ~Dr. Sandy

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My former charge nurse Mary Hanley came on the webinar and we had some fun remembering old times.  We were joined by Jenni, one of our Facebook group admins.

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Rhonda, an RN, and her amazing husband helped someone as first responders and won accommodations for their efforts in Alachua County, Florida.

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In the rush of the hustle and bustle, it tends to overshadow the importance of relationships and how sometimes we just have to stop or slow down a minute. Life passes us by in an instant but for those left behind, a simple warm smile and a friendly face changes the whole experience of another. I say this with all heart, Dr. Sandy


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Goals are never easy to reach but they pull you out of your comfort zone to be more than you were. Test day, nerves on edge and one step further to my goal.


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Nurses, have you ever felt like every thing you do isn’t getting you farther? It is! Slowly, sometimes at snail speed but still moving forward. Keep going!!


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The DNP goes back for more schooling and is being schooled herself!


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Hauling butt to Missouri for my Psych Np orientation, I had a unforeseen challenge...actually several. Minor vent but know we all have moments of hiccups. It is how you deal with it.


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It is easy to get caught up in the negative and trick ourselves into thinking about what could be. Remember, baby steps lead to strides.


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Stuck? Come to the group on Facebook: #NursesAgainstViolenceUnite and sign up for free mentoring by one of our many mentors volunteering their expertise.


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Come join me, sit back and know that you aren’t alone! We are in this together.


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Preparing for my graduation and the upcoming Nurses Against Violence Unite march, excitement is building!


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In the busy life of a nursing student, remember to stop once in a while to thank those who are healing you through your program.


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The state of nursing education and why is it so hard? Why does it seem like nursing instructors don’t care? Here’s the lowdown. We do.


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Saying what you mean and doing what you say not only brings value into your life but also open many doors.


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27 yrs ago I received my GED, now reaching my Doctorate, I wanted to say thank you to those that guided me to begin my journey.


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Upcoming March, vision, and the desire to do what is right for our nursing profession.


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How is Learned Helplessness linked to WPV...


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Welcome to Nurses Against Violence Unite, Inc.


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