This month, there were a few developments on an area of key importance to RNS: utilization management reform. The Improving Seniors Timely to Care Act […]
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This month, there were a few developments on an area of key importance to RNS: utilization management reform. The Improving Seniors Timely to Care Act […]
In April, RNS endorsed the Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act (S.2815/H.R.7002), bipartisan legislation that would establish a Nurse Faculty Grant Program to increase the number […]
As nurses working in rheumatology, we encounter patients with gout on a regular basis. I find more often that patients are embarrassed or ashamed to discuss their condition, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment. As healthcare professionals…
On March 19th and March 20th, the RNS Advocacy Task Force visited Washington, D.C. to engage with policymakers and other stakeholders on issues impacting rheumatology […]
At the time of this writing, Congress is considering another temporary continuing resolution (CR) to extend government funding. This latest stopgap measure would extend funding […]
In January, Congress enacted another continuing resolution (CR) to extend government funding through March 1 for one set of agencies and March 8 for another. […]
Below is a run-down of our advocacy highlights in 2023. The easiest way to get involved with our legislative outreach is to visit the RNS Action […]
The Rheumatology Nurses Society wishes you a warm and joyful 2023 holiday season. We have a lot to be thankful for this year and so […]
Congress adjourned for the holidays having checked the National Defense Authorization Act off its to-do list, but there’s a long list of items waiting when […]
Congress averted a shutdown in November, extending government funding at current levels through January 19 for some agencies and February 2 for others. That means […]
Giving Tuesday Your gift to the Rheumatology Nurses Society Foundation matters! Your gift will help expand educational resources, support patients, and advocate for healthcare. Join […]
The most widely reported story out of D.C. in October was the three-week vacancy of the House Speakership, but that was far from the only […]
August is always a quiet time on Capitol Hill because both congressional chambers “recess” and Members of Congress return home for several weeks. The time […]
We wanted to make sure you were aware of some important upcoming deadlines in July for our 2023 16th Annual RNS Conference.
On March 23, RNS members representing twelve states spent the day on Capitol Hill to talk about issues affecting rheumatology patients. Specifically, our members discussed […]
Thank you for all your support! The Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) has had an impactful year staying engaged with policy on the national, federal, and […]
Today is #GivingTuesday, a global movement to ignite the power of generosity to transform our communities and our world. The Rheumatology Nurses Society Foundation (RNSF) […]
The Rheumatology Nurses Society is excited to partner with Scipher Medicine to introduce you to PrismRA. This unique and innovative tool utilizes a molecular signature test to inform treatment decisions for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
A great deal of the human experience revolves around the way in which we identify ourselves and those around us. For example, I’m a woman, […]
In the summer of 2010, I heard three words that would instantly change the trajectory of my life “YOU HAVE LUPUS.” My diagnosis came just over 2 months before my wedding day. My life was filled with complications, trepidation, and confusion, but my providers told me to hang in there.
I was raised in the traditional Western system of medicine. If anyone in our family became ill, a doctor would prescribe us medication, which we […]
As we celebrate Black History Month, the RNS recognizes the current impact of racial bias and discrimination in the healthcare industry today. We are committed […]
Thank you for all your support! The Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) Advocacy Committee would like to send a heartfelt thank you to all of the […]
We are proud to announce that the Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) was a recipient of the fall 2021 Digital Health Awards®! The RNS received bronze […]
Giving Tuesday is soon approaching and we hope you consider giving to the Rheumatology Nurses Society Foundation (RNSF)!