Association of Rehabilitation Nurses

Our annual conference celebrating 50 years is finally underway!🎉

We are so excited to have hundreds of rehab nurses all together in San Antonio, Texas for networking, continuing education, and of course, FUN! Our favorite part has been watching all of you add your names and photos to our Member History wall.

👇What are you looking forward to during the second day?

Discover endless opportunities with ARN! 🤝

As a member of our organization, you'll receive a variety of benefits to help you advance in your career. Whether you need resumé boosters, or even a group of supportive rehab nurses just like you, we've got it covered.

Join today: https://rehabnurse.org/membership/member-benefits

Are you working to create a program for nursing research in your hospital? 🤔

In just one of hundreds of educational content and webinars in the ARN Learning Center, you'll find that by creating a culture of scholarship and interdisciplinary partnership, a rehabilitation nursing program of any size can produce successful research!

This webinar "Creating a Culture of Clinical Inquiry," will teach you how to develop a sustained program of clinical inquiry, and can be found here: https://bit.ly/3SzxfeR

Are you thinking about getting your CRRN®? We think that's a great decision! 📝

The next exam window is happening this December and registration is open now! Apply without late fees now through October. It's time to further your rehab nursing career and earn your certification.

Learn more about qualifications and how to sign-up: https://rehabnurse.org/crrn-certification/earn-your-crrn

Rehabilitation nurses play a crucial role in helping patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life. Their compassionate care and dedication make a significant difference in the lives of those they serve. 💙

Rehabilitation nursing excellence starts with ARN! If you're looking for more ways to get involved in the rehabilitation nursing community, see our list of benefits for our nurses and consider joining our more than 4,000 members: https://rehabnurse.org/

Celebrating the strength, resilience, and pride of our patients this Disability Pride Month! 💪

Every patient’s story is a testament to their strength and determination. We are proud to be part of a community that champions accessibility and empowerment. Happy Disability Pride Month! 💙

Happy International Self-Care Day! 🧘‍♀️✨

Rehabilitation nursing can be physically and emotionally demanding, so it's essential for nurses in this field to practice self-care to maintain their well-being, and provide the best care for their patients.

Don't forget to SAVE this post for later and connect with other rehabilitation nurses like you in our Members Circle, ARN's online nursing rehab community. Get the support you need from other rehabilitation nurses who are living the same role you are day-to-day: https://membercircle.rehabnurse.org

It's time to officially start our 2 week countdown until our annual conference! 🗓️🎉

From inspirational conversations, to fun and interactive presentations, we are SO excited for what's to come.

Which part are you looking forward to the most?

Learn more about how we're celebrating 50 years: https://rehabnurse.org/conference/2024-conference/overview?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Rehab2024

As we gear up to celebrate our 2024 award winners at this year's conference, ARN remembers the excitement when Tina Roma Fisher, RN MSN CRRN FARN was surprised with the 2023 President's Award by given by Maria Radwanski MSN RN CRRN CMGT-BC NE-BC FARN! 🎉

This award recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of rehabilitation nursing and to ARN.

Tina Roma Fisher is also this year's Conference Planning Subcommittee Chair for the 2024 Rehabilitation Nursing Conference. It's no wonder she was chosen for this award because of her leadership, service, ability to navigate and direct the ARN mission, and ability to advocate for ARN and those we serve.

Show Tina some love in the comments below and read more about her over on our website! ❤️ https://rehabnurse.org/rehab-nursing-specialty/arn-2023-award-winner

Meet Sumier Overcash, a nurse manager for the Acquired Brain Injury Program at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA. Sumier believes: "Our purpose is to help them turn 'I can't' into 'I can'!" 💙

As a rehabilitation nurse, you hold many roles to your patients and their families, just like Sumier. Not only are you a caregiver, but you're an educator, motivator, problem solver, and so much more.

To read more of her story, click on the link: https://rehabnurse.org/rehab-nursing-specialty/nurses-make-the-difference-happy-nurses-month

Did you know that one in four people over age 25 are at risk for suffering a stroke during their lifetime? 💡

Stroke rehabilitation nurses play a crucial role in helping survivors regain their independence and quality of life.

These are some important ways that YOU - a rehabilitation nurse - can help those recovering from a stroke.

Learn more about our new initiative aimed at supporting family caregivers through education! Formerly known as The Barbara Lutz Stroke Rehabilitation Grant, which was developed to honor the 2019-2020 ARN President, Barbara Lutz, PhD RN CRRN PHNA-BC FAHA FAAN, and provided funding to pursue stroke research, this ARN Caregiver Resource Development Grant seeks to create essential educational resources for family caregivers, ensuring they receive the most current and effective support from rehabilitation nurses: https://rehabnurse.org/about/arn-research/caregiver-resource-grant

📝Applications are being accepted now through August 30.

Whether you're an experienced rehabilitation nurse, or just coming into the field, ARN Foundations is an online tool designed for rehabilitation nurses at any stage in their career! 📝

Expanding your capabilities is a powerful tool in the rehabilitation nursing field, so we've rounded up 10 reasons why you should enroll in ARN Foundations TODAY.

Ready to enroll? We've got you covered: https://rehabnurse.org/advance-your-practice/practice-tools/arn-foundations

The ARN Learning Center has so much content! See the very special collaboration with ARN and The National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses as we share a position statement on delirium! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

In this one hour on-demand webinar, you'll learn to reduce the incidence and severity of delirium among older adults, as well as how to empower nurses caring for these patients to prevent, recognize and moderate costly effects of delirium.

Watch the webinar NOW:
https://learn.rehabnurse.org/content/position-statement-delirium-arn-and-national-association-othropaedic-nurses-naon-0 -tabs-node-course-default1

The countdown begins!! ⏳

Only two more months until our annual conference! Located in San Antonio, Texas (or virtually), we've got all things rehabilitation nursing.

There are SO many benefits to attending, including unique presentations and interactive activities, as well as the chance to connect with other rehabilitation nurses.

You're not too late for late registration! Join us: https://rehabnurse.org/conference/2024-conference/overview?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Rehab2024

Introducing... one of our wonderful nurses, Leonard! 🎉

Leonard works at Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where he is a Clinical Ladder 4 Staff Nurse. Read about Leonard's method for helping a patient gain more independence!

To learn more about Leonard's inspiring patient story, read the full article: https://rehabnurse.org/rehab-nursing-specialty/nurses-make-the-difference-happy-nurses-month

Juneteenth is a day of reflection, remembrance, and rejoicing. It's a time to honor the resilience, strength, and contributions of the African American community throughout history. It serves as a reminder of the progress that has been made and the work that still lies ahead in achieving true equality and justice for all.

We encourage everyone to participate in local events, support Black-owned businesses, and engage in meaningful conversations about our history and future.

ARN offices are closed today, Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Your job as a rehabilitation nurse can be inspiring and amazing, but also tough at times. Remember, your passion and dedication makes all the difference to your patients!

💌 Save this post for the next time you need an extra spark of motivation!

Looking for an extra resource to step up your rehabilitation nursing career? 🤔 Look no further!

Our Rehabilitation Nursing Knowledge Base is an innovative source for all things rehab nursing. With real-time content updates and a wide variety of topics covered, this knowledge base is a powerful tool that can even be shared with your team at a discounted rate.

Want to learn more? Visit our website: https://rehabnurse.org/advance-your-practice/practice-tools/rehab-nursing-knowledge-base?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=KnowledgeBase

Let's get studying!! 📝🤓

With many of you in the process of taking the Certified Registered Rehabilitation Nurses (CRRN®) exam, make sure to implement some of our proactive studying tips.

Looking for more detailed help? Consider our prep bundle - full of all things CRRN®, including tips and tricks to help you ace the exam: https://learn.rehabnurse.org/content/crrn-prep-bundle -tabs-node-course-default2

Sleeping in a hospital can feel impossible for some patients. Luckily, there are ways that nurses can help. By reducing nighttime disturbances, we can prevent consequences such as decreased pain tolerance, delayed healing, delusions and more. Learn more from ARN Institutional Member Encompass Health. https://blog.encompasshealth.com/2023/06/15/the-importance-of-sleep-in-the-hospital/?utm_source=arn_pulse&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=arn_pulse_june2024

ARN is the go-to place for rehabilitation nurses! 🧠

From our annual conference to our Learning Center, ARN is a knowledgable group of resources and individuals that helps support growth within the rehabilitation nursing community. Did you know our community has nearly 4,000 rehabilitation nurses? 👏

See how we can support you in your rehab nursing career and learn more about us: https://rehabnurse.org/

Alzheimer's Awareness Month is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by those living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, as well as their caregivers and rehabilitation nurses.💜

Rehabilitation nurses often work with patients who have Alzheimer's or dementia, providing specialized care that focuses on maintaining and improving their quality of life, promoting independence, and managing symptoms.

Take a moment this month to thank a rehab nurse working with patients living with Alzheimer's disease.

SOURCES: https://www.alz.org/ & https://www.medicalnewstoday.com

Have you heard the exciting news? 🎉

We have teamed up with Walden University College of Nursing to offer YOU 3 new leadership courses!

Each course will provide you with educational resources that will help you advance and improve your leadership skills. Whether you're in leadership, or looking to make an impact in the rehab nursing space, these courses could benefit you.

Don't wait! These courses will only be available until December 31st, 2024. Visit the link >> https://learn.rehabnurse.org/course-catalog-list

What better way to get ready for the 2024 awards and scholarships then to recognize one of our amazing 2023 winners, Lalita Thompson, MSN RN CRRN FARN. 🎉​​ Lalita won last year's 2023 Direct Patient Care Nurse award.

Whether you nominate a colleague, family member, or a fellow rehab nurse, this award recognizes outstanding practice by a rehabilitation nurse in a direct patient care role.

Do you know a rehabilitation nurse like this? It's the perfect time to nominate them! 💙

Use this link to nominate before June 1st: https://rehabnurse.org/membership/recognition/role-awards/role-awards