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“There has to be a massive public outcry.” That’s the message that was placed on my heart days before @senronjohnson announced he would open the Congressional record on COVID hospital protocols — if 200 sworn statements are submitted. Now the moment is here. Families. Nurses. Doctors. Patients. Healthcare workers. If you witnessed what happened inside hospitals during COVID, this is the time to speak. Accountability and justice will only come when the public refuses to stay silent any longer. And if writing your story feels overwhelming, help is available. Check out my latest Substack (link in bio) for a AI prompt I created to help you! We need these stories documented. We need these voices heard. We need to get this done. 🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast search NursesOutLoud (no spaces) Then decide for yourself why healthcare workers across the country are finally speaking out. If you have a story to share, submit your statement today. We need 200+ testimonies to help open the Congressional record on COVID hospital protocols. 📄HOW TO SUBMIT: • One-page PDF, 600 words max • Email: [email protected] • Subject line: “FOR THE RECORD ONLY” or “TESTIFY” ✍️WHAT TO INCLUDE: Families: who you are, who your loved one was, chronology of illness & treatment — known facts only. Clinicians: your role & setting, the unit you worked in, what you personally witnessed that violated standard of care, ethics, or caused harm. ✅Your story only — no speculation or statistics ✅Facts you can support and speak to ✅Avoid defamation ✅Don’t send supporting documents yet ✅Be ready to answer questions if contacted Will you be submitting a statement? #NursesOutLoud #COVIDProtocols #HealthcareTruth #MedicalFreedom #PublicOutcry

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Nursing ethics isn’t just about doing what’s right… It’s about doing what’s right
 👉 when it’s HARD
 👉 when it’s uncomfortable
 👉 when it could cost you Inside the live workshop, we focus on:
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Six years ago today, I started speaking out. What nurses were seeing in real time did not match the public narrative. And when I found myself in direct conflict with institutional pressure, I went back and read the Nursing Code of Ethics for myself. That is when I realized

Modern nursing isn’t just clinical — it’s ethical. When the pandemic disrupted healthcare systems, it also tested the moral foundation of the profession. In this lesson from Navigating Ethical Waters, Jodi O’Malley explores how integrity, allyship, and moral courage define what

Your sugar cravings aren’t the problem. They’re a signal. Your body is asking for fuel—but what you choose matters. Because quick sugar leads to crashes… and the cycle continues. 🎙️ Listen to this powerful breakdown on NursesOutLoud: Spotify:

A nurse once shared that careful documentation helped identify a safety issue in her unit. At the time it seemed like a small detail. Later it became an important piece of information in understanding what had happened. Observation and documentation matter. Real clinical

Provision 3 defines one of nursing’s most essential responsibilities: advocacy. This includes: • Protecting patient safety • Reporting unsafe practices • Ensuring patient rights are respected Advocacy is not optional — it’s part of ethical nursing practice. Jodi breaks down how

Many nurses have heard of the Code of Ethics, but few have studied how the provisions apply to real nursing situations. Provision 3 is one of the most important — because it focuses on protecting patients. If you want to see how these provisions apply in real nursing scenarios,

A nurse once described working multiple double shifts because the unit was short staffed. By the end, she was exhausted and worried about making mistakes. Situations like this highlight why nurse well being matters for both ethical practice and patient safety. Jodi discusses

Provision 8 reminds us that nursing extends beyond the bedside. Nurses collaborate with healthcare professionals, community leaders, and public health organizations to improve the wellbeing of entire populations. Through collaboration, education, and trust-building, nurses help

Burnout affects millions of nurses. But it isn’t just about stress — it can also affect patient safety, decision-making, and ethical care. Supporting nurses is part of creating an ethical healthcare environment. Jodi talks about the ethical dimensions of nursing practice in her

A nurse once shared that the hardest part of her shift wasn’t the workload. It was a situation where she wasn’t sure what the right ethical decision was. These moments happen more often than we talk about in healthcare. That’s why understanding ethics matters. Jodi explores

Provision 4 highlights the importance of accountability in nursing practice. This includes: • Clinical judgment • Accurate documentation • Responsible decision-making Accountability is essential for both patient safety and professional integrity. Jodi explains how this

Many nurses focus on patient care but rarely think about how ethical decision-making affects their professional license. Understanding nursing ethics helps nurses navigate situations that could otherwise become serious professional challenges. If you want to strengthen your

Start small. 🎯 One module at a time 🎯 One ethical principle at a time 🎯 One courageous decision at a time My self-paced course was built for that. And when you're ready? We go deeper—together—in the LIVE workshop. Checkout here: righteousrn.com/ethics-course-…

Ask a nurse what the Code of Ethics says without letting them look it up. Most will say, “Do no harm.” That’s not the nursing Code of Ethics. And that reveals a much deeper issue. Most nurses think they’re good people, so they assume they’re practicing ethically and abiding by

A nurse once noticed several patients experiencing similar reactions after treatment. At first she assumed it was a coincidence. But after documenting the pattern, it helped initiate further review. Careful observation is one of the most powerful tools nurses have. Jodi talks

Ethics is lived—every shift, every patient, every decision. This 4-week live workshop was designed for TODAY’S nurse: ✔️ Real clinical scenarios ✔️ Interactive discussions ✔️ Rooted in the 2025 Code of Ethics This is where knowledge becomes action. Comment APPLY for details.