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According to the Medscape Nurse Career Satisfaction Report 2018, the overwhelming majority of nurses are glad they became nurses or advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). Among the 10,284 nurses who responded to the online survey, 98 percent of nurse midwives, clinical nurse specialists and certified registered nurse anesthetists responded yes when each was asked if […]

It exists – and we all know we must do something about it. Bullying is one of the most intractable challenges nursing leaders face in all settings – one that proves very resistant to our many well-intended efforts. A 2018 survey of ANA members revealed that 87% of the respondents had experienced bullying at least once in […]

This was the week of the crossover. Bills that have passed the House are now being heard in the Senate – and bills that have passed the Senate are being heard in the House. Of the 503 pieces of legislation that were filed, only 289 are still moving through the process. A number of these will not make […]

CONTINUING EDUCATION APPLICATION 2019 Click on the link below to access the application form for Continuing Education.  The purpose of this scholarship is to promote the health and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming through nurturing the future of nurses and drawing attention to the need for future promotion of health in Wyoming.  Submit application to […]

The Wyoming Nurses Association (WNA) annual Nurses Day at the Legislature was a great success! With over 300 in attendance as well as a visit from Governor Mark Gordon, the day was filled with education on policy effecting the nursing profession.   Thank you to everyone who attended and we look forward to seeing you […]

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is pleased to announce a partnership with the ANA Enterprise to launch a student ambassador program as part of the Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ (HNHN) Grand Challenge. AACN, as a HNHN Catalyst Partner, will work with ANA Enterprise to drive nursing student participation in HNHN and expand efforts to improve the health of […]

  Wyoming State Board of Nursing (WSBN) will launch a NEW licensing management system on January 28, 2019. The new system is called ORBS, which stands for “Optimal Regulatory Board System.” ORBS is a confidential and secure, cloud-based system for digital processes, which provides modules for licensing, discipline and education program management. ORBS will reduce […]

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is asking interested residents to share their thoughts, ideas and perspectives on a draft State Health Assessment (SHA) produced by the department. “The state health assessment is an important undertaking,” said Stephanie Pyle, Public Health Division senior administrator with WDH. “The assessment will inform efforts to develop a state […]

This year’s Affordable Care Act open enrollment period begins on November 1 and runs through December 15. The American Nurses Association (ANA) is joining with other consumer-and provider-based groups to ensure consumers are aware of their options and well-positioned to make the best choices for themselves and their families. It is essential that we work to […]

View WSBN website for all Advisory Opinions. The following are new or have been revised; view here. New “Pharmaceutical Processes Related to Scope” New “Pre/Post Anesthesie Practice” Revised “APRN Population Foci with Definitions” Revised “LPN IV-C Course Requirements” Retire “Analgesia By Catheter for Pregnant Client” Retire “Anesthetic Agents for Specific Purpose” Retire “IV Administration of […]