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Political Director for National Nurses United, Ken Zinn

Political Director for National Nurses United, Ken Zinn sheds much needed light on the Trans Pacific Partnership. It’s NOT good for anyone— BUT multi national companies. REALLY!

An Urgent Message About Fast Track!

NNU Political Director, Ken Zinn visits with Nurse Talk to talk about what the nurses are doing to STOP Fast Track in the Senate.

Critical Issues Facing Nurses Part 3 of 5

Part 3 of Don Nielsen, Director of Government Relations for California Nurses Association. Don explains AB305, Gender Bias Compensation bill.

Critical Issues Facing Nurses Part 4 of 5

Part 4 of Legislative conversation with Don Nielsen, Director of Government Relations for CNA. Don talks about a “Sunset” provision that might do away with the California Board of Nursing. Interesting!

Critical Issues Facing Nurses Part 1 of 5

In a 5 part series, California Nurses Association Director of Government Relations, Don Nielsen joins Nurse Talk Radio to talk about critical issues facing nurses as they advocate and care for their patients. Why are nurses involved in the legislative process? You’ll find out as […]

Critical Issues Facing Nurses Part 2 of 5

This month nurses urged California lawmakers to support several bills, which protect patient rights. One of those bills is SB 483 addressing “observation” status. What is “observation” status and what would this bill do?

An Interview with Malinda Markowitz

One of the least reported problems in U.S. hospitals is the placement of patients in “observation” status, where they can be held for hours or days with less public oversight and fewer protections. Hundreds of registered nurses from across California gathered in Sacramento,Tuesday, May 12 […]

“We’re fighting for patient safety…”

“We’re fighting for patient safety, we’re fighting against unsafe staffing. We believe patients deserve better”.  Just a few of the issues for over 6,500 nurses striking this week. Northern California RN Laura Hinerfeld visits with Nurse Talk Radio.