Nurses have always helped those harmed in war or devastated by a natural disaster. This month’s newsletter features a book by a Confederacy nurse and information on how to help nurses get to Haiti. As always, nurses are out there doing what they have to/want to do.

And be sure to scroll all the way down to see what’s new from Cardillo & Associates this month. Hint: It’s a long awaited CD program!

Donna's Book Pix: Kate: The Journal of a Confederate Nurse Kate Cumming Scottish-born Kate Cumming was one of the first women to offer her services for the care of the Confederacy’s wounded soldiers in Alabama and Mississippi. Her detailed journal, first published in 1866, gives readers a look behind the lines of Civil War action and insight into medical practices and hospital systems of the times.

Cool Nursing Web Site:
Nursing Theory Link Page
This site is a compilation of the most used links to information about nursing theorists, such as Virginia Henderson and Patricia Benner. This page was originally designed in 1996 by two undergraduate students at Clayton State University, Morrow, GA, as part of their nursing theory coursework. Since then, it has been under the care of Lisa Eichelberger, RN, DSN, Dean, School of Nursing and Nursing Professor. For more visit nursing.clayton.edu/eichelberger/nursing.htm.

Career Article:
Age Is a State of Mind
I always marvel at how hung up on age so many of us are — even when we're still relatively young! I often receive Dear Donna questions such as: "I’m 28 years old. Am I too old to become a nurse?" or "I’m 48 years old and just got out of nursing school. Will anyone hire me at this age?" or "I’m 55. Is it too late to go back to school for a higher degree?" If only I had a nickel for every time someone asked me if they were too old to do something — I'd be rich! Read more.

News You Can Use: Send a Nurse to Haiti Nurses are ready and almost able to go to Haiti. They just need our help to get there. James Gandolfini narrates this SendaNurse.org appeal. Find out more.

Quote of the Month:
The "I" in illness is isolation, and the crucial letters in wellness are 'we'.
— Author Unknown

Donna's Blog
Is Nursing Boring – Or Is It You?
I once heard someone say, "Life is not boring; people are boring." The implication is that if someone feels bored, it is his or her own fault because there is always something interesting to do, see, and learn in life. The same could be said for nursing. Yet I often hear nurses say, "I'm in a rut. I get up and go to work everyday, do the same thing, eat, sleep and do it all over again." If you are feeling bored in your job or career, create some positive momentum to liven things up and breathe fresh air into your life. How can do that? Read on.
Read more at www.nurse-power.net/blog.

Entrepreneur Spotlight:
Annette Tersigni, RN, is known as the Yoga Nurse®. She is the founder of Yoga Nurse Medical Yoga and Stress Management® and the creator of the new field of Yoga Nursing® and the Yoga Nursing Institute®. Annette is an expert in stress management, back safety, yoga therapy in the workplace, medical yoga, and Ayurveda (the science of life and longevity).

Annette is a former model and Hollywood actor. She appeared in television commercials and films and was on The Tonight Show as one of the "Mighty Carson Art Players." Inspired by Deepak Chopra and David Simon MD, Annette retired from show business and returned to college to become an RN.

Today, Annette is a sought-after speaker who presents workshops, retreats, corporate yoga programs, and stress management refreshers throughout the country. She also works with hospitals to offer stress relief to patients with heart disease, cancer, depression and anxiety disorders, and she facilitates a group for cancer survivors and their caregivers in coastal North Carolina with therapeutic Yoga Nursing. Annette makes yoga accessible to all people at all levels and specializes in gentle, medical yoga as a form of therapy. For more information go to www.yoganurse.com.

Upcoming Seminars: Double Header Event
Career Alternatives for Nurses®
February 22, 2010 — Atlantic City, NJ

How to Start Your Own Business or Consulting Practice
February 23, 2010 — Atlantic City, NJ

Come Meet Donna:
Nursing: A Career For Your Lifetime
Nurse Power!™
March 19, 2010 — Rochester, NY

Nursing – The Next Generation
Nurse Power!™
April 8, 2010 – Joplin, MO

Nurse Power!™
April 22, 2010 – Wichita, KS

Passionate Leadership: Soaring to New Heights
April 29, 2010 — Long Branch, NJ

The Write Stuff — Writing for Publication
April 30, 2010 — West Long Branch, NJ

For additional program info visit www.dcardillo.com/events.html.

Book Donna Today
Nurses Week is right around the corner. Donna has some great programs to get nurses feeling pumped up and positive about nursing. Call (800) 801-5796 or e-mail donna@dcardillo.com for rates, availability, and program topics. Fill out an inquiry form if you prefer.

Your 1st Year As A Nurse Ordering Information
Order a personalized, autographed copy of Your 1st Year as a Nurse directly from Cardillo & Associates. It makes a great personal or professional gift.

For colleges and healthcare facilities, Your 1st Year as a Nurse can be purchased at a bulk discount directly from the publisher. Contact us for more information at (800) 801-5796.

NEW NEW NEW How to Start Your Own Business or Consulting Practice!! 5-hour home-study program on 5 CDs with workbook. Special introductory price: $179.00 until March 31, 2010 (Regular price $199.00) Order now

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