Timely reassessment of abnormal vital signs is a fundamental component of safe nursing practice. In correctional settings—where nurses often function with a high degree of autonomy and providers may not be immediately available—this responsibility carries particular weight. An abnormal vital sign is not an isolated data point; it is an indication that the patient may be experiencing physiological instability. Understanding…
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Behind the wall, correctional nurses practice in one of the most autonomous nursing environments in healthcare. We often make the first assessment, gather the key data, and decide when a patient needs provider evaluation. In that space, one mindset becomes essential: clinical curiosity. Clinical curiosity is the disciplined habit of asking, “Could this be something more?” It is not about doubting yourself—it’s about…
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We have now reviewed Provisions 1 through 7 of the 2025 ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. Today, we turn to Provision 8, which focuses on collaboration, within nursing, across disciplines, and with the public, to achieve greater ends for health. This provision underscores that meaningful progress in health and healthcare requires relationships built on trust, transparency, and shared purpose….
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