Future of Nursing in MI - August 2022

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Page 12 The Future of Nursing in Michigan August, September, October 2022 Comparing, Criticizing and Complaining: The Detrimental Effects of Gossip By Nicole Cerrini, BSN, RN, Owner of Nicole Cerrini Health & Wellness While I was attempting to eat my breakfast in peace at work, I found myself surrounded by others who were either complaining about their neighbors, demoralizing their colleagues or expressing general disdain for their life situations. It was extremely hard to continue to listen to all of this, and even harder not to try to redirect their conversations. This life is way too short to constantly be gossiping and welcoming negativity with open arms. I recently listened to a podcast by Jay Shetty (On Purpose) and he discusses the three C’s: Comparing, Criticizing and Complaining. It is overwhelming when you are able to take a step back and observe yourself from this standpoint. Even smaller complaints or “simple” gossip can largely affect your daily life and how certain things affect you. It’s extremely draining when you are surrounded by negativity, and once you’re selfaware of this issue, it becomes toxic being around those who continuously put down others or themselves. Comparing yourself to others is one of the most common thoughts we have. Whether you’re comparing life circumstances, weight, friendships, spouses, etc., it all plays a part in how you generally feel about yourself and in turn affects your relationships with others. I am guilty of comparing myself in certain situations, but now that I am aware of it, I’m able to not only catch myself in the moment, but also put a positive spin on it. The next time you observe yourself comparing in any way, try to recognize that it’s simply your way of realizing what you desire and figuring out what that means for you. Criticizing is another huge habit that leads to general problems with yourself and your relationships. Whether you are being critical of yourself or others, you instill the stigma that something isn’t good enough for you. It’s very possible that you are likely criticizing those close to you and may not even be aware of it. Petty gossip, such as talking about a family member behind their back or judging the person in line in front of you at the grocery store, are both examples of how criticism can creep up in your daily life and put a negative twist on your values. Once you really begin to see how often this happens, it’s incredible to feel the shift as you start to create new habits that steer clear from judgment. Complaining is probably one of the harder habits to break when it comes to the three C’s. There are a few people in my life who always seem to be complaining about something/someone at all times. It’s exhausting listening to it, and even more exhausting trying to get them to see a different perspective. If you compare complaining to the Law of Attraction, it makes a lot of sense that the complaints seem to never end. What you put out, you always get back! Very few people can take a step back and realize that they are the common denominator in their problems. Every single situation can always be viewed in a positive light, even if it may seem impossible. The minute you decide to replace your complaint with something you're thankful for, you will immediately feel better and those around you will notice this shift as well. It’s not easy to turn the magnifying glass on yourself and realize the negative habits you have made your norm. But once you really make an effort to notice when you're comparing, criticizing or complaining, the easier it will become to not only notice these habits, but to break them. You are the only one in control of your life and how you react to it. No one else can take the wheel for you and steer you in a positive direction. You have to want it for yourself, but once you do decide to make this shift, you will be amazed at the opportunities that open for you. Michigan Department of Corrections NOW HIRING REGISTERED NURSES AND GRADUATE NURSES! $5,000 sign on bonus* $250 retention bonus pilot* Great pay and Benefits Opportunities for advancement 13 paid Holidays (14 every other year) To apply, visit www.michigan.gov/mdocjobs. *For RN/approved locations only
August, September, October 2022 The Future of Nursing in Michigan Page 13 Innovating Toward an Improved Future of Nursing Innovation is the current buzz word in health care. When hearing this term, what immediately comes to mind is the application of new technologies and reorganization of current structures. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Nursing Programs: Nursing Safety and Workforce Planning Deborah Bach- Stante, BSN, MPH, MSW (MDHHS-ONP) is excited to support innovation through technology, data, and continuous improvement of our efforts through engagement with nursing stakeholders throughout Michigan. MDHHS-ONP has spent the past several years supporting efforts to increase and disseminate virtual clinical education resources throughout the state. These resources were developed through nursing academic and practice partnerships with community organizations serving individuals who encounter barriers to accessing culturally competent and accessible healthcare services in Michigan. In addition, the ONP has supported and disseminated training for faculty on best practices and resources for virtual nursing education. The virtual clinical education resources are designed to improve nurses’ understanding of the impacts of social determinants of health and inequities on individuals in Michigan. These resources are freely available using the following link: Virtual Nursing Clinical Education Resources (michigan.gov) The virtual clinical education training may be accessed using the following link: Navigating the Way Forward: Resources and Best Practices to Embed Virtual Resources in Clinical Education Webinar (michigan.gov) While innovation includes these things, the broader definition of this term also encompasses a more comprehensive renewal. Labor shortages, new technologies, and acknowledgement of the impacts of implicit bias, racism and societal inequities are placing increasing pressure on the systems that provide services affecting the health and wellness of the population. To address these pressures, the nursing profession needs to leverage available information and resources to take a bold stance on innovating for the future. In addition to incorporating new and important data, structures and resources, it is time to rid ourselves of vestigial structures, including those practices, policies and processes that only serve to maintain the status quo. We stand on a precipice as bold leaders throughout all areas and levels of nursing to strive to move the profession forward into a better future for both the profession and the individuals, families and communities that we serve. To clarify, in this context, the word leader does not reference only those who hold certain professional titles or serve in specifically defined leadership roles in nursing or other healthcare organizations that are designing strategies to address these issues. The word leader is used to refer to the professional leadership taught in nursing educational programs throughout the state that is inherent to all nursing roles and responsibilities. Thus, nurses and nursing stakeholders throughout the state are encouraged to view the longitudinal analysis of diversity data, currently in process, that will appear in the 2022 Michigan Nursing Licensure Survey Report and the associated analysis of workplace violence data collected over the past three years. This data, while limited by the number and representativeness of respondents, is not intended as an endpoint, to serve as documentation of the current state of the profession, to be viewed once and put on a shelf, or only used as a citation in grant proposals and research efforts. This data will serve as a tool to inform a larger dialogue regarding a comprehensive renewal of the nursing profession in Michigan. The ONP would like to invite nursing stakeholders throughout Michigan to participate in the collaborative process of dialogue to be embarked upon in the fall of 2022. Armed with the available data, individuals who choose to participate in this process will collaborate on identifying long and short-term priorities to be used in the design of an action plan for how the ONP will continue promoting safe patient care in all nursing practice environments, advancing the safe practice of the nursing profession, and ensuring a continuous supply of highquality direct care nurses, nursing faculty and nursing educational programs. Individuals who are interested in engaging in this constructive dialogue are encouraged to email Casey Klein at kleinc7@michigan.gov to have their name and contact information added to the list of stakeholders to be invited to participate in this process. It is only through the collective efforts of all facets of nursing stakeholders that embarking upon the path forged through a collaborative process may assist in ushering in a future of nursing that can be embraced by current and future nursing professionals and nursing students throughout Michigan. ANA-MI Foundation Awards First Annual Grants and Scholarships By Myrna Holland, MSN, RN, ANA-MI Foundation President As this newsletter is going to press, the ANA- MI Foundation board members are selecting the first recipients of the foundation’s initial round of scholarships and grants. When you have finished reading this article, you can visit the foundation’s website, www.ana-mi.foundation, to learn about the awardees. The awards were established for pre-licensure students who have completed two semesters of nursing courses. Our goal is to support timely graduation and entry into the professional work force. For this first round, the two scholarships being granted are for $2,500 each. One is the Dorothea Milbrandt Leadership Scholarship and the other is the Academic Excellence Scholarship. The additional $2,500 is being distributed in amounts up to $500 to address specific financial obstacles which interfere with an individual’s ability to complete their education in a timely and less challenging manner. There were many worthy applicants and making the final selections is not going to be easy. We plan to share some of their goals and achievements with you, because we are sure their stories will enhance your positive feelings about the future of nursing. The Foundation Board will be working to continue and expand this scholarship program, as well as prioritize the other purposes of our foundation. Of course, these goals require consistent funding, so we hope that all of our members will find a way to make a tax-deductible donation to help us grow. There are several ways to do that. When you visit www.ana-mi. foundation there are links to donate by PayPal or by credit or debit card on a monthly or one time basis, as well as information on where to send a check. For individuals who have IRA mandatory distributions, talk to your financial advisor about your contribution prior to paying federal taxes. Or you can consider a foundation donation as a part of your estate planning. This was how Dorothea’s foresight helped establish our foundation. Remember that contributing to the foundation doesn’t just have to come from you. How many times have you had a family member or friends talk about their positive experiences with nurses? How many times have you heard people rave about how much the nurses’ care, compassion and skills meant to them and their loved ones’ health and well-being? Talk to them again about it or next time, use that opportunity to suggest that they honor and support those nurses through a donation to the ANA-Michigan Foundation. It is yet another way that we can support “Nurses Helping Nurses.”
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