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STH posted a new discussion1 week ago

Your Stories Matter — Become a Published Author!

Dear Nurses and Chaplains, You’ve offered comfort, strength, and peace to so many. Now, your prayers and stories can bring hope to other caregivers....

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Widener University School of Nursing is offering the Westberg Institute for Faith Community Nursing’s Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Program... Show more

Does Westberg Institute have a recommendation or statement about practicing FCNs having CPR/AED and First Aid certification? It seems... Show more

STH CPR and basic first aid certification is highly recommended in general but there is no set requirement. It is usually a policy of the employer or... Show more 2 months ago
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Free Webinar on "FCNs and Safety in Faith Communities" on February 10, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 p.m Central Time. Learn at least 4 ways to improve... Show more

Janet Huxley and 109 others have joined the group ANNOUNCEMENTS 3 months ago

The Westberg Institute Research Committee invites ALL passionate faith community nurse to JOIN US on the 4th Thursday at 7a Pacific, 8a Mountain, 9a... Show more

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FOUNDATIONS OF FCN COURSE:

Meet & Greet: January 22 (5:30-6:30 pm CST)
Individual Study: January 22 - February 22
Virtual classes:
February 7 (4:30...
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I have to learn not to hit enter or it submits my message. I wanted to thank you for starting such a group. I know that the hardest thing is getting...

Sharon, I am just seeing this but I am interested. Is it still going on? When is the next session? By my calculations it is Thanksgiving Day, and I...

Hello all!

I've received a few requests for a FCN refresher course. We don't currently offer one. Does anyone know of any? Thanks so much!

Danna

Jill Kunz Stewart I thought this was an excellent refresher course, the online format worked well for me. 5 months ago
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Sondra Weinzierl Thanks, Jill. Your background and experience as an FCN and recent Chaplain certification makes your comment about our Refresher Course so meaningful. 5 months ago
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Mary Sophia Hawks This is exactly what I have been looking for! Thank you, Sondra! I will be registering in January when I have my new budget. 4 months ago
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Please take the Survey: “Compensation of the Faith Community Nurse” at www.surveymonkey.com/r/2DGPFTG

Hi friends, I am a new FCN in the Charleston, SC area. (Retired from 40 years of nursing) I am interested to know if any of you are paid part time... Show more

Mary Sophia Hawks I started as a part-time (20Hour) FCN and was paid hourly + mileage. Over the years, I have transitioned to full-time paid with benefits. We... Show more 5 months ago
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Sondra Weinzierl This varies a lot. Many of our FCNs are paid for 8-15 hrs/week but work unpaid for more hours. I was paid a salary for 12 hrs/week, no benefits... Show more 5 months ago
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Deb Fell-Carlson This is really an important question! Westberg Research Committee is working on this very thing! Please take the Survey: “Compensation of the Faith... Show more
5 months ago
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Sharon Hinton posted a new discussion7 months ago

ATTENTION EDUCATORS

Attention all educational partners! The final live 2024 Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Educator Update courses will be held on October 22nd....

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Katie E. Kunnen posted a new discussion7 months ago

Books from old curriculum

Hi all, I'm a little lost in here to post this - I know there should be a place for educators - so please feel free to reroute me, but we have extra...

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Katie E. Kunnen posted a new discussion7 months ago

Books from old curriculum

Hi all, I'm a little lost in here to post this - I know there should be a place for educators - so please feel free to reroute me, but we have extra...

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I am interested … I will contact you by email

STH posted a new discussion7 months ago

Spiritual Assessment and nursing spiritual care resources

Hi everyone, My personal filing cabinet and shelves are overflowing with resources about spiritual assessment and nursing spiritual care. I would...

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Good morning, everyone! Sharon asked me to let everyone know that the office is closed for now due to illness. Please keep her and her family in... Show more

Sue Steiner I’m sorry to hear about an illness in Sharon’s family. Prayers for healing go out to her and her family, friends, and extended family. 8 months ago
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Cari Moodie posted a new discussion9 months ago

Do you know an Outstanding Faith Community Nurse or Health...

2024 Nominations for HMA Awards Are Being Accepted! Who do you know that exemplifies an HMA champion? A long standing or new member who has...

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Yes, exactly what Dr. Hinton and Deb Fell-Carlson said. If you are a FCN, intervening and advocating in a person's health journey you are using your...