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    We are the resource for nurses affected by substance use disorders

  • Upcoming Events

    Smart Nutrition for the Busy Professional

    Wednesday, May 24 | 6:00 p.m. (1 hour)

    Eating right can be a challenge, especially for busy professionals always on the go. This

    presentation focuses on how to eat healthy throughout the entire day despite how

    hectic a schedule becomes. Tips on healthy meals and snacks will be included as well

    as tricks to fit in fuel during a busy day.

     

    Presenter: Alex Colkitt

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    Living Purposefully

    Wednesday, June 14 | 12:00 p.m. (1 hour)

    From shaping meaningful goals to guiding important life decisions, a strong sense of purpose contributes a happy, healthy, and meaningful life. This presentation provides tools to help people live purposefully for the benefit of their emotional, psychological, and physical well-being.

     

    Presenter: Ricky Hogens

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    Hydrate Your Way To Health

    Wednesday, July 12 | 5:00 p.m. (1 hour)

    The body relies on proper hydration for everyday functioning. This presentation will discuss strategies to prevent dehydration as well as creative ways to ensure adequate fluid intake throughout the day.

     

    Presenter: Julie Palumbo

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    Fatigue-Is It Really Just Lack of Sleep?

    Wednesday, August 16 | 3:00 p.m. (1 hour)

    Fatigue comes in multiple forms, both physical and emotional, and isn't always due to lack of sleep. This presentation demystifies the symptoms of fatigue and explains what happens to the body and mind when fatigue sets in. It also explains lifestyle adjustments to help people feel their best.

     

    Presenter: Julie Palumbo

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    Virtual Meditation

    Wednesday, September 20 | 12:00 p.m. (30 minutes)

    Meditation is a simple and effective approach to training and quieting the mind for a period of time to build awareness, attention, and relaxation. There are numerous scientifically-proven health benefits to the practice, including stress reduction, enhanced self-awareness, and improved happiness and general well-being.

     

    Presenter: Catherine Dirkx

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    Virtual Zumba

    Wednesday, October 18 | 7:00 p.m. (30 minutes)

    Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included for additional body sculpting and conditioning. Fun and energetic instructors boost energy while leading a well-rounded, heart-pumping workout designed to make people sweat, laugh, and have fun!

     

    Presenter: Joanna Grubel

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    Mindfulness & You

    Wednesday, November 15 | 6:00 p.m. (1 hour)

    Mindfulness is an integrative, mind-body approach to life that helps people relate effectively to their experiences. Through simple minfulness techniques, attendees of this presentation learn how to pay attention to thoughts, feelings, and body sensations in a way that can increase awareness, help manage difficult experiences, and create space for

    wise choices.

     

    Presenter: Ricky Hogens

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  • About Us

    We believe every nurse deserves access to treatment, help in preserving his or her license and employment status and ongoing support throughout the recovery process

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    Call Our Confidential Helpline: 800-457-7261

    NYSNA’s Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses (SPAN) is a confidential education, support, and advocacy program for ALL nurses licensed in New York State, anywhere on the continuum from substance use to substance dependence.

     

    SPAN’s mission is to be the resource for all New York State nurses affected by substance use disorders, while fostering public safety through outreach and education.

    The SPAN program operates on the belief that every nurse deserves access to treatment, help in preserving his or her license and employment status, and ongoing support throughout the recovery process.

  • Resources

    SPANs’ mission is to be the resource for New York State Nurses affected by substance use disorders, while fostering public safety through outreach and education

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    For Nurses

    Confidential Advocacy & Support

     

    • Helpline for confidential inquiries
    • How to access treatment and supportive services
    • Compliance with the provisions of the Professional Assistance Program (PAP)
    • When the need for legal assistance exists
    • Peer support groups across the state at no out-of-pocket expense to the nurse
    • Expert staff and trained volunteer advocates provide mentorship
    • Advocacy with PAP and regulatory agencies
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    For Institutions

    Education and Resources on Nursing and Addiction

    • Employee education and supervisor training
    • Consultation regarding written policies, procedures and other components of a drug-free workplace program
    • Identification and resolution of fitness-for-work concerns related to nurses affected by substance use disorders
    • Assessment and referral, short-term problem resolution for individual nurses requesting services
    • Facilitation of return-to-work agreements
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  • BECOME A SPAN GROUP FACILITATOR

    SPAN is seeking volunteer nurses interested in helping nursing colleagues

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    Information for and about nurses in recovery

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