Rhode Island State Nurses Association

Join us during this informative event that's FREE for RISNA members and $10 for non-members. As a bonus, you'll meet one hour of required RI licensure education for use disorder.

We’re pleased to share an upcoming opportunity from the Rhode Island State Nurses Association:

Caring for People Who Use Drugs: Context, Curiosity, Compassion, Care

This 1-hour virtual training invites nurses to explore evidence-based, compassionate approaches to caring for individuals who use drugs, with a focus on reducing stigma and strengthening therapeutic relationships through curiosity and understanding.

✔️ Free for RISNA members

✔️ Earn 1.0 Contact Hour applicable towards opioid use disorder education for Rhode Island RN licensure

As , our response to substance use is a critical part of patient-centered care. This session supports clinicians in deepening their knowledge while reinforcing respectful, trauma-informed, and harm-reduction approaches in practice.

📅 Learn more and register here: https://risna.nursingnetwork.com/nursing-events/152391-caring-for-people-who-use-drugs-context-curiosity-compassion-care #!info

Productive meeting with the RI State Nurses Association.

In Congress, I'm working to support Rhode Island's dedicated nurses by expanding the nursing workforce, strengthening training opportunities to address shortages, and improving access to quality care for all Americans.

Meet Elizabeth Mary Boyd BSN, RN, a Nurse Educator Safety Specialist whose journey as both a and stroke survivor has strengthened her commitment to patient , , and creating a culture of in .

Read more about Elizabeth’s story and how she continues to shape the future of nursing.

👉 Read Elizabeth’s full Nurse Spotlight: https://www.nursingnetwork.com/newsletters/686

As , we are called to care for every person with dignity and compassion.

reminds us of the importance of acknowledging our history, honoring the of generations before us, and continuing the work toward a more and future. May we continue to listen, learn, and advocate! Happy !