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Ep. 803 - Adelena Marshall and Carolina Stewart Discuss the Impact of VA Workforce Reductions on Veteran Care
In this episode of America's Heroes Group Roundtable, Col. Dr. Damon Arnold speaks with Adelena Marshall, Mental Health RN, and Carolina Stewart, RN MSN Licensed Clinical Nurse Leader in Community Care, about the growing concerns surrounding workforce reductions at the VA. They discuss the challenges nurses face in providing safe and efficient care to veterans amidst staffing cuts, the potential impact on patient care, and the essential role of National Nurses United in advocating for necessary changes.
Topics:
Introduction to Adelena Marshall and Carolina Stewart
Overview of National Nurses United and Their Advocacy Efforts
The Realities Behind the Perceived Nursing Shortage at the VA
The Impact of Workforce Reductions on Veteran Care
Nursing Staff Ratios and the Effect on Patient Care
Essential Support Roles: How Ancillary Staff Reductions Compound the Problem
Case Study: Centennial Veterans and Their VA Care Experience
The Risks of VA Privatization and Its Effect on Veterans’ Health
Community Care and Home Health Support for Veterans
Q&A and Final Remarks