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Author Archives: RNS
Meet Lupus Warrior: Monique
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.
Taking a Different Approach to the Care of Ankylosing Spondylitis
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 […]
Revisiting: The Impact of Bias, Discrimination and Racism on Health Care
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 […]
2021 Advocacy Recap
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 […]
RNS: Bronze Winner in the 23rd Annual Digital Health Awards® (Fall Session)
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 2021
Giving Tuesday is soon approaching and we hope you consider giving to the Rheumatology Nurses Society Foundation (RNSF)!
The Spoon Theory
It’s 6:30 a.m. and that pesky alarm clock is going off … for the third time. I lay in bed for another 10 minutes, mentally […]
September is Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month (#RDAM)
September marks the 6th Annual Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month. At the Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS), we utilize this month to bring attention to the fact […]
Recap of The Virtual 2021 14th Annual Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) Conference
The Virtual 2021 14th Annual Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) Conference was a great success, filled with faculty and specialists in rheumatology, and immunology. Each session […]
Racial Disparities in Healthcare: Be Informed, Protect Your Patients
While our current pandemic health crisis may be shining a new light on racial disparities in healthcare, minority patients know this is not a new […]
Mental Health Comorbidities of PsA: Pieces of a Much Larger Puzzle
Rheumatology Nurse Practice: Managing the Common Comorbidities of Psoriatic ArthritisReceiving a diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), or any chronic illness, requires acceptance of a new […]
National Nurses Month 2021 – Thank You Nurses!
This year’s National Nurses Month marks an opportunity like none other to recognize the vital service nurses provide. Throughout the pandemic, nurses have endured tireless […]
Walking a Mile in My Painful Shoes
When providers attempt to identify and eliminate some of the barriers to successful treatment of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), they quickly realize that there is no […]
Diagnostic Hurdles, Hoops, and Hindsight
If you ask any psoriatic arthritis (PsA) patient about the path to their diagnosis, you’d better grab a cup of coffee and get comfortable. Chances […]
Paint-a-Picture :: Join us At Home!
We are so excited about our first ever virtual “Paint-a-Picture” networking experience sponsored by Gilead Inflammation taking place online this Wednesday, August 5, at 8:30 […]
The Rheumatology Nurses Society Condemns Racism
RNS Condemns Racism The Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) condemns racism of people of color and wish to express our deepest condolences and utmost concern for […]
Words of Encouragement during COVID-19: Karen McKerihan
RNS Board Member, Karen McKerihan, MSN, NP-C shares with us how her infusion center has been able to adapt to the ever-changing needs associated with […]
RNS Enduring Content: Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)
Earn Up To .75 Contact Hours With Our New Courses on Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) Novel Targets, Novel Agents: How Our Newest Biologics Fit Into the […]
Updated Second Edition of Scope & Standards of Practice in Rheumatology Nursing
Sarasota, FL – The joint RNS–American Nurses Association (ANA) publication, the second edition of Rheumatology Nursing: Scope & Standards of Practice is a comprehensive and […]
Will I still be able to get pregnant despite having lupus? | Handling the Hard Questions Series
A chapter from HANDLING THE HARD QUESTIONS: What Our Patients Are Asking Us About Rheumatic Disease Read and download this booklet on our Workforce Resource […]
Why are there so many different kinds of Lupus? | Handling the Hard Questions Series
A chapter from HANDLING THE HARD QUESTIONS: What Our Patients Are Asking Us About Rheumatic Disease Read and download this booklet on our Workforce Resource […]
How did I get Lupus? | Handling the Hard Questions Series
A chapter from HANDLING THE HARD QUESTIONS: What Our Patients Are Asking Us About Rheumatic Disease Read and download this booklet on our Workforce Resource […]
Why do I often feel worse right after starting a new medication? | Gout | Handling the Hard Questions Series
A chapter from HANDLING THE HARD QUESTIONS: What Our Patients Are Asking Us About Rheumatic Disease Read and download this booklet on our Workforce Resource […]
Are there certain foods and drinks I am going to need to avoid? | Gout | Handling the Hard Questions Series
A chapter from HANDLING THE HARD QUESTIONS: What Our Patients Are Asking Us About Rheumatic Disease Read and download this booklet on our Workforce Resource […]