Rhode Island State Nurses Association

03/27/2026

Join us for our popular event, Self Defense for Nurses: Taking Control of Your Safety in the Acute Care Setting.

Date: April 16, 2026
Time: 5:00–7:30 PM
Location: Rhode Island Nursing Education Center
Professional Development: Earn 3 contact hours

Workplace Violence (WPV) against healthcare workers, including , happens at an alarming rate. According to the ANA, 44% of nurses have experienced physical workplace violence (from patients) during their career.

This offering will provide insight into the prevalence of , what legislative protections exist in Rhode Island, what some employers are offering by way of additional training, and what your rights are. We will discuss, as a group, our experiences with WPV and high-risk, high-volume scenarios that place nurses at risk.

Join us for this crucial training!

03/25/2026

March RISNA Nurse Spotlight: Rachel Lyons, PhD, DNP, RN, CPNP-PC/AC, DCC, CEN! Please take a moment to get to know Rachel by reading her full Spotlight HERE: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/c4d22a0461.html /2

03/24/2026

Back by popular demand! Join us on April 16th for "Self Defense for Nurses" and learn the skills needed to take control of your safety in the acute care setting. Register here: https://risna.nursingnetwork.com/nursing-events/151340-self-defense-for-nurses-taking-control-of-your-safety-in-the-acute-care-setting #!registration

03/19/2026

03/09/2026

Join us next week! Purchase your ticket here: https://risna.nursingnetwork.com/nursing-events/150825-navigating-nursing-liability #!registration

03/04/2026

Join us in a few weeks for our March event, Navigating Nursing Liability, an important educational workshop designed to strengthen your legal awareness and help you identify liability risks in practice.

Date: March 16, 2026
Time: 5:00–6:30 PM
Location: Kent Hospital
Professional Development: Earn 1.25 contact hours
Benefits: Free parking & refreshments provided

We’re honored to welcome Suzanne Duni Briggs, JD, RN, BSN, CPHRM, Nurse Attorney and Director of Risk Management at Kent Hospital, who will share practical strategies to leverage effective communication and reduce risk in your daily practice.

Spots are limited, register today! We look forward to seeing you there.

Suzanne Duni Briggs, JD, RN, BSN, CPHRM, is a dual-qualified nurse-attorney who serves as the Director of Risk Management at Kent Hospital, a Care New England hospital. After a 17-year career in critical care nursing, she transitioned into law, specializing in Health and Biomedical Law at Suffolk Un...

03/02/2026

Deadline is today! Make sure to add your comment!

Nursing IS a professional degree—and your voice matters. 🗓 The deadline is TODAY! Comment NOW 🔗 RNAction.org.

As H.R. 1 takes effect, the Department of Education (ED) is implementing new limits on federal graduate student loans. Comments submitted during the federal rulemaking process are public and part of the official record. Take action now and let your voice be heard!

02/25/2026

February RISNA Nurse Spotlight: Jassie Nah, DNP, RN, NEA-BC! Please take a moment to get to know Jassie by reading her full Spotlight HERE: https://online.fliphtml5.com/ristatenurses/Newsletter-Publications/ =1

02/20/2026

The Rhode Island State Nurses Association stands with the Pawtucket community following the tragic shooting at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena. We unequivocally denounce gun violence in all its forms and recognize the very real trauma that is left for victims and families, players, spectators, and first responders present.

We are deeply grateful for the courageous community members who stepped in to render aid, including Nurse Maryann Rattenni and retired firefighter/EMTs Chris Librizzi and Glenn Narodowy. Their swift action reflects the very best of our profession and our state.

If you or someone you know has been impacted and needs support, resources are available through the State of Rhode Island Support Hub: https://governor.ri.gov/SupportHub

In moments like these, we lean on one another. RISNA remains committed to supporting our nurses, our healthcare colleagues, and our communities and to advocating for a safer Rhode Island for all.

Statewide Virtual Support Hub In the wake of the tragic shooting at Lynch Arena, the McKee Administration has launched a Statewide Virtual Support Hub. Click here for resources and information.

02/12/2026

With deep regret, RISNA and 1199 SEIU Rhode Island have made the difficult decision to cancel tonight's vigil. Please see our joint statement here.

02/09/2026

Please welcome Raquél Pérez to the RISNA team!

11/08/2025

November RISNA Nurse Spotlight: Shea Amoriggi! Please take a moment to get to know Shea, our newly elected RISNA Board Treasurer! Read her full Spotlight HERE: https://risna.nursingnetwork.com/nursing-news/207293-nursing-spotlight-shea-amoriggi