The Chance Encounter That Led Her To Nurse Anesthesia

After years in the ICU, Nuzhet Meridew found a CRNA career offering greater autonomy, flexibility, and quality of life.

Welcome to Nurse Ascent, a twice-weekly newsletter created by nurses for nurses. This week, we look at planned strikes involving more than 2,200 healthcare workers, new research suggesting job hoppers may adapt faster in understaffed workplaces, and a Microsoft Teams phishing scam targeting hospital employees. Plus, CRNA Nuzhet Meridew shares how a chance encounter introduced her to nurse anesthesia, and you’ll find nursing jobs tailored to your location.

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Nurse Spotlight: Nuzhet Meridew, DNAP, CRNA, APRN

From our spotlight archives: A chance encounter with a CRNA led Nuzhet Meridew from the ICU to nurse anesthesia, where she found greater autonomy and a better quality of life. Read the full spotlight →

Headlines in Healthcare

Prime Healthcare nurses plan three-state strike

Nurses and staff at four Prime Healthcare facilities in Illinois, California, and Nevada are scheduled to hold one-day strikes in early September to advocate for fair contracts. According to National Nurses United, the action involves over 2,200 employees seeking to address labor conditions across the three states.

Job hoppers may benefit understaffed nursing teams

For nurse-strapped hospitals, job hoppers may offer faster integration into new roles, according to a Rutgers and Cornell University study. Researchers found that professionals with a history of changing jobs often reach peak performance in significantly less time than their peers. This adaptability could provide a strategic advantage for healthcare facilities struggling with high turnover and staffing shortages.

Hospitals warn of Microsoft Teams phishing scams

Nurses and staff should exercise caution regarding unsolicited Microsoft Teams calls, as Nebraska Medicine warns bad actors are impersonating IT support to steal login credentials. According to Becker's Hospital Review, these scammers attempt to trick employees into approving multifactor authentication requests or installing unauthorized remote access software. This trend highlights a critical need for vigilance in verifying IT communication to maintain network security.

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