… able to communicate certain concepts and ideas such as, ‘How do you break bad news to a patient who has terminal illness or is going to have a child that may have … that over into the clinic setting can be daunting,” said Williams. “To provide a safe learning environment where students can develop interpersonal skills with … the student does, it’s a learning opportunity, and there’s something to be said for that.”  A nurse comes into the emergency department to help diffuse the situation …

… and acute challenges, attendees at “Climate Change & Health 2022: A Roadmap for Grassroots Advocacy” heard glimmers of hope that the negative effects of climate … a looming disaster. Co-hosted by the MGH Institute of Health Profession’s Center for Climate Change, Climate Justice and Health and the Massachusetts General … University’s recent decision to divest its endowment from fossil fuels, just the latest in a series of actions in higher education. “The divestiture movement has made …

… Science in Nursing student, Leah C. Rothchild gave the 2024 Commencement address for the School of Nursing during MGH Institute of Health Professions' May 10 … mentorship to individuals with substance use disorders, and as a care coordinator for women and children experiencing housing insecurity. She simultaneously … simulation during my very first semester. Of course, the lab is designed to be a safe space where we can make mistakes and learn from them with no real consequences …

… & Wellness Area of Expertise Health & Environment Mental Health Rehabilitation For some faculty and students, interest in field stems from direct experience with … at the IHP, where she learns about trauma-informed care — an emerging framework for acknowledging how pre-existing trauma impacts patients’ medical experiences.  From asking if the patient feels safe at home, to indicating where they’ll place a stethoscope on the patient’s chest, …

… health systems and public policymaking, and beyond.” Grant, the Interim Vice Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Duke University School of Nursing and an … in the number of nurses it will take to assure quality care and to keep patients safe. Meanwhile, each day brings more stories of hospitals and health systems … and many of you are focused on the challenge of increasing learning opportunities for nursing students on a wider scale. I also think that we need to impress upon …

… appeared in  Business Insider . As companies around the world opt for more diversity in their workforce, managers and employees alike might be faced … a US Transgender Survey from 2015, which is the most recent data available. For example, if someone comes out as nonbinary and uses "they" and "them" pronouns, … of gender identity. "We're all learning," Martinez said. We all deserve to feel safe at work, and creating inclusive workplaces requires learning, honesty, and …

… 2021 Commencement a Virtual Success For the second year in a row, MGH Institute of Health Professions held its graduation … awarding of the sixth honorary degree in school history, recognition of two alumni for their accomplishments, and a moving keynote address by a graduating student.  It … like to watch this year's graduation ceremony (or past years) in full, please  visit our commencement page .   …

… fun in almost every interaction,” said Durning, a pediatric nurse practitioner for 24 years. “Even with a child who's fearful or crying because they're worried … matter how long it takes. “I don't want parents or caregivers waking up at 2:00 am for the next several nights, thinking they don't know anything. I really like to … time on the back end, because then that family isn’t calling back six more times for 6 more visits because they're still so worried or dissatisfied with the lack of …

… ahead Amidst the backdrop of an acute care nursing shortage and the pressing need for workforce diversification, the MGH Institute’s School of Nursing continues to … workforce pipeline at hospitals within the Mass General Brigham healthcare system. For the second year, scholarships have been given to three high-performing … she enjoyed the work, Callahan realized that a corporate environment really wasn’t for her.  “There were now too many degrees of separation between me and the patients, …