Indiana State Nurses Association

04/10/2026

New Healing Politics Class: BE AN OP‑ED WRITER!

An op-ed is a powerful tool for advocacy and political influence—and more of them need to be authored by nurses. This session brings together nurse experts who will walk you through the essentials, including:
What an op-ed is
Why op‑eds are powerful
Tools and strategies to help your voice be heard on the op‑ed pages
When
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
7:00 PM ET

Where
Live on Zoom
Tickets: $15

Register here: https://healing-politics.org/events/

04/09/2026

12 Months. 12 Topics. One Goal: A Safer Tomorrow. 🕊️

Nurses, we see you. We know the weight you carry. Save the dates for our upcoming monthly sessions dedicated to your wellbeing:

April 23: Defining Mental Health for Nurses
May 28: Changing Our Inner Dialogue
June 25: Warning Signs & Coping Strategies
July 23: Substance Use Disorder ..and more through May 2027.

It’s time to invest in the human behind the scrubs.

https://indiananurses.nursingnetwork.com/page/104510-a-safer-tomorrow

04/08/2026

Voices like Leah Scalf’s remind us that leadership isn’t just about a title—it’s about impact, connection, and shaping the future of nursing. 💙

If you’ve ever considered taking the next step in your career, serving on the ISNA Board is a powerful way to elevate your voice, expand your network, and make a difference across Indiana.

04/07/2026

Esther McCready, Nursing Trailblazer 💙

As the first African American admitted to the University of Maryland School of Nursing, Esther McCready didn’t just pursue her dream—she helped change the future of nursing. Despite discrimination, isolation, and countless barriers, she stood firm in her purpose and paved the way for desegregation in nursing education.

Her story is one of courage, faith, and resilience—and a powerful reminder to never let anyone define your limits.

Read more about her incredible legacy here: https://medium.com/nurses-you-should-know/esther-mccready-5e754a5ede45

04/06/2026

Join the Conversation: ISNA Community Book Club
Care is at the heart of everything we do — and it deserves space for reflection, learning, and connection.

We invite you to be part of our Members‑Only Book Club, a facilitated discussion series where nurses come together to explore powerful books about caregiving, healthcare, leadership, and the systems that shape our work.

Whether you’re looking to reconnect with why you entered the profession, expand your perspective, or simply enjoy a thoughtful conversation with colleagues, this book club offers a welcoming space to do just that.

What to expect:

Engaging, discussion‑based conversation
Books that center nursing, care, and health equity
Connection with peers from across the profession
Open to members only
Our first selection: Taking Care by Sarah DiGregorio - whether you’ve already read the book, plan to read it, or simply want to hear about it and join the discussion, join us!

Meeting details: To be determined with participants

Interested: Email Trudy@indiananurses.org to be included in further communication and planning

04/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming one our newest member, Beth McIntire! 👏

Beth currently serves as the President of the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) and brings a wealth of leadership, passion, and expertise to our community. She is also actively practicing as a PRN Perinatal Outreach Educator in Indianapolis, where she continues to make a meaningful impact on maternal and neonatal care.

We’re honored to have Beth as part of our network and look forward to the insight and inspiration she will bring. Welcome, Beth! 💙

04/02/2026

The "Hidden Vital Sign"

Did you know that chronic "survival mode" in nursing actually rewires the brain’s stress response? When we stay in high-alert for 12 hours at a time, our cortisol stays peaked, making it harder to sleep, focus, and find joy outside of work.

Try the "5-4-3-2-1" grounding technique during your next lunch break. Name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you can taste. It takes 60 seconds to tell your nervous system it’s safe to decompress.

RSVP to learn more "Micro-Resilience" tools as we start our journey to A Safer Tomorrow.

https://indiananurses.nursingnetwork.com/page/104510-a-safer-tomorrow

03/30/2026

Learn more here: https://indiananurses.nursingnetwork.com/page/95379-2026-isna-elections

03/26/2026

ISNA Call for Nominations: Secretary, Director, & Nominations Committee
And Now PRESIDENT ELECT!

Due to an unexpected vacancy for the 2026–2028 ISNA President role, the President‑Elect position has been added to this year’s nominations process. After careful consideration, the ISNA Board of Directors, in consultation with the Nominations Committee, has added a new term for President Elect back to the ballot. This unexpected ballot modification ensures that members have a meaningful voice in shaping ISNA’s future leadership while also preserving the stability of the organization.

https://indiananurses.nursingnetwork.com/page/95379-2026-isna-elections

03/25/2026

RNAction's Super Easy One Stop Shop - Nurses Vote

Check Voter Registration
View Candidates
Check Elected Officials
Look Up Indiana Calendar

All in 1 Click!

https://ana.quorum.us/campaign/nursesvote/

03/24/2026

"Indiana has strong training institutions, capable clinicians, and health systems genuinely committed to their communities. What we lack is a policy architecture that keeps those clinicians here in the communities that trained them and need them."

Recently published commentary by Dr. Raja Ramaswamy. Read more here!

https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/03/16/indiana-is-driving-away-its-doctors-and-nurses/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQqX5pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlaW44R2JHS0RabUxQVzkzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTE0NzcxNTY5MjI4MDYxAAEer8CRwT_yC_T_QrvNJJTggKP2uBdg-ykTDAEimsIXKvnaObMlfBIWhA3aUAA_aem_PO6PEVN9qsmx7MMMMV0EU

Doctors and nurses are leaving Indiana, and it's playing out in emergency departments, rural clinics, and obstetrics units across the state.

03/20/2026

🌷 Hello, Spring! 🌷

Today marks the first day of spring—a season of renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings. At the Indiana State Nurses Association, we’re inspired by the same resilience and dedication nurses bring to their work every day.

As the days grow longer and brighter, we celebrate the compassion, advocacy, and care that nurses across Indiana bring to their patients and communities. Here’s to a season of new opportunities, continued growth, and supporting the profession that cares for us all. 💚🌱