Articles from August 2026

IONRP Leadership & Insights Blog Belonging & Social Connectedness by: Nicole Weathers, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, IONRP Director

Belonging & Social Connectedness

Monday, August 3, 2026
A long-forgotten anthropology lesson sparked an important reflection on human connection and its role in the nursing workforce. In this month's blog, Dr. Nicole Weathers explores the relationship between belonging, burnout, and retention, and considers why meaningful relationships may be essential to helping nurses navigate transition and thrive in practice.