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CAREGIVING IS GLOBAL
NursesMentor strives to stay connected to resources around the world that support the health and wellbeing of the planet.
World Health Organization (WHO)
The WHO is a global organization that provides health-related resources and information. https://www.who.int/
International Council of Nurses (ICN)
The ICN is a federation of nursing associations from around the world. https://www.icn.ch/
Nursing Now
Nursing Now is a global campaign that aims to raise the profile of nursing and promote the role of nurses in healthcare. https://www.nursingnow.org/
American NURSING RESOURCES
American Nurses Association (ANA) - The ANA is the largest professional association for registered nurses in the United States. https://www.nursingworld.org/
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) - The NCSBN is responsible for developing and administering the licensing exams for registered nurses and registered practical nurses in Ontario and the United States. https://www.ncsbn.org/
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) - The AACN is a professional organization for nursing educators in the United States. https://www.aacnnursing.org/
National League for Nursing (NLN) - The NLN is a professional organization for nurse educators in the United States https://www.nln.org/
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) - The ANCC is a subsidiary of the ANA that provides certification and credentialing programs for nurses. https://www.nursingworld.org/ancc/
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing - Sigma Theta Tau is a professional organization for nurses that provides educational resources and support for nursing research, scholarship, and leadership. https://www.sigmanursing.org/.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Nurses: The CDC's nursing website provides resources for nurses on topics such as infection control, immunization, and disaster response. https://www.cdc.gov/nursing/index.html
National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF): The NPSF is a nonprofit organization that works to improve patient safety and reduce medical errors. Their website offers resources for healthcare professionals, patients, and families, including webinars, educational materials, and patient safety toolkits. https://www.npsf.org/
The Joint Commission: The Joint Commission is a nonprofit organization that accredits healthcare organizations in the United States. Their website offers resources on patient safety, including best practices, standards, and educational materials. https://www.jointcommission.org/
American Interprofessional Health Collaborative
American Interprofessional Health Collaborative (AIHC): AIHC is an organization that promotes interprofessional education and practice in healthcare. They offer a variety of resources, including webinars, case studies, and a toolkit for implementing interprofessional education. https://aihc-us.org/
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) TeamSTEPPS: AHRQ's TeamSTEPPS program provides training and tools to help healthcare professionals improve teamwork and communication in clinical settings. https://www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps/index.html
Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI): The IHI is a nonprofit organization that offers resources for healthcare professionals to improve patient safety and quality of care. Their website offers tools, webinars, and articles on various patient safety topics. https://www.ihi.org/
Institute for Safe medication practices
This website offers variety of resources for healthcare professionals and patients to help prevent medication errors and improve medication safety. www.ismp.org
CANADIAN NURSING RESOURCES
Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) - The CNA is the national professional association and regulator for registered nurses in Canada. https://www.cna-aiic.ca/
College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC) - The CRNBC is the regulatory body for registered nurses in British Columbia, responsible for setting standards of practice, issuing registrations, and investigating complaints. https://crnbc.ca/
College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) - The CRNM is the regulatory body for registered nurses in Manitoba, responsible for ensuring safe and competent nursing practice. https://www.crnm.mb.ca/
College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) - The CNO is the regulatory body for registered nurses in Ontario, responsible for setting standards of practice, issuing registrations, and investigating complaints. https://www.cno.org/
College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia (CRNNS) - The CRNNS is the regulatory body for registered nurses in Nova Scotia, responsible for ensuring safe and competent nursing practice. https://www.crnns.ca/
The Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) is a professional organization that represents registered nurses in Ontario, Canada, and provides advocacy, resources, and support for nursing practice and healthcare policy. https://rnao.ca/.
Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) - a national association that represents nursing education programs in Canada, promoting excellence in nursing education, research, and practice. CASN provides resources and support for faculty, students, and nursing leaders. www.casn.ca.
Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS) - a not-for-profit legal assistance and risk management organization that provides nurses with professional liability protection, legal advice, and risk-management support. The CNPS promotes excellence in nursing practice and supports nurses in navigating legal and ethical challenges. Their website is www.cnps.ca.
