Meet our November Nurse of the Month: Sheila Santana Colon
Sheila Santana Colon is not only one of our most valuable employees (MVPs), but she is also a single mother who loves sharing new cultures and experiences with her son, Jean. She currently resides in Aibonito, Puerto Rico with her mother, Zulma. Sheila, what’s the most important lesson you’ve learned as a nurse and how […]
Diabetes on Tribal Lands: A Crisis of Health and Well-Being
by Ryan Scott It’s World Diabetes Day – and diabetes is a major public health crisis that disproportionately affects Native American communities, with rates three times higher than the general U.S. population. This has a devastating impact on the health and well-being of these communities. Understanding Diabetes Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects how […]
Meet Our October Nurse of the Month: Bonita Rowe
Meet our October Nurse of the Month: Bonita Rowe, who you may know as The Pioneer of Rosebud! Bonita, what inspired you to become a nurse? As a little kid growing up, I always wanted to play Doctor and Nurse. One day my grandpa was resting on the couch, where I played “practice nurse.” So […]
Healthcare Staffing Forecast: What We Learned at NALTO
Last week, our COO Jed Rudd attended the Fall Fly In for NALTO (National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations). In addition to winning the big conference giveaway, Jed came away with significant insights about the future of healthcare staffing. Here’s what we learned… Shortages and Industry Growth: Staffing Forecast More staffing shortages loom on the […]
Meet Our September Nurse of the Month: Emmah Barngetuny
Today we’re talking to our September Nurse of the Month, Emmah Barngetuny, RN. Emmah hails from Palm Beach, Florida – and before that, Kenya! Emmah, how did you get into nursing? I graduated from Kenyatta University with a Bachelor of Science degree in education science and food, nutrition, and dietetics. I taught in several high […]
Native American and Sober: Part 2
Last week, we talked to Lee Yaiva (Hopi), CEO of Scottsdale Recovery Center, about barriers to recovery for Native Americans. In Part 2 of our interview, Lee offers unique insights into the solutions that support Native American sobriety and success. Lee, you mentioned the importance of cultural competence for providers. What does that look like […]
