Integrative Nursing Institute
A Project of The Global Academy
Integrative Nursing Institute
Overview The INI Team Training Overview
Needs Assessment Kudos and Comments Contact Info
Overview
The
INTEGRATIVE NURSING INSTITUTE (INI) was created to respond to the
current crisis in nursing and to provide innovative solutions for nursing
recruitment and retention through staff education and ongoing development
for nurses. We believe this is an extraordinary time and opportunity to
redefine the meaning of nursing and to refocus the profession in the 21st
Century.
Current statistical research reports that nurses are increasingly dissatisfied with their profession due to prolonged stress, burnout and the “quality of life” in the workplace. Further impacting this crisis is the fact that the education, training, retention and ongoing professional development of nurses all require significant financial and energetic investments by the healthcare industry. Throughout the country the average replacement cost of each nurse now runs between $30,000 and $55,000.
Even though job opportunities for RNs are expected to grow by more than 21% over the next 10 years, the number of nurses available to fill those jobs is projected to decline. By 2010, there will be only 635,000 nurses to fill 1.8 million positions (Source: US Department of Health and Human Services).
The INI offers creative strategies and educational opportunities for nurses with an emphasis on self-care and new skills to bring to their healthcare setting. Our goal is to provide a long-term plan that is cost effective and provides for enhanced quality of patient care and nurse satisfaction. Most importantly, the INI respects, values and empowers nurses by recognizing their value as vital members of the healthcare system.
With years of experience and a wealth of expertise, the INI offers a range of opportunities for our clients to explore:
- NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR HOSPITALS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE SETTINGS
- EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAMS IN INTEGRATIVE MODALITIES
- HEALTH ASSESSMENT TOOLS INCLUDING HOLISTIC SELF-ASSESSMENT AND PERSONAL WELLNESS PLANS
- NURSE LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS AND RETREATS
- RESOURCES AND TRAINING FOR SPECIFIC COMMUNITIES TO ACHIEVE GOALS
- MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS
- CONSULTATIONS WITH DIVERSE COMMUNITY AGENCIES
THE INI TEAM comprises a dedicated group of educators and practitioners experienced in the art and science of integrative self-care and healing. With over half a century of pioneering and responsible leadership in healthcare, we have a strong track record of successful, innovative program development and implementation in universities, hospitals, community health settings, nursing programs and the private sector.
Our experienced professionals are uniquely qualified as both high-level consultants and front line trainers, and possess the skills and expertise to ensure client satisfaction, growth and development within the profession.
INI CO-FOUNDERS PROVIDE STRONG DIRECTION FOR THE INI TEAM
Susan Luck RN, BS, MA
A national speaker and consultant on integrative healthcare who has written
and published extensively on the role of nursing in a holistic health
paradigm, Susan has practiced nursing for over 20 years in a variety of
clinical and integrative healthcare settings both in the U.S. and abroad.
She is also a medical anthropologist specializing in cross-cultural
perspectives on health and healing. Susan has been a pioneer in holistic
nursing education for, and has been voted Holistic Nurse of the Year by, the
American Holistic Nurses Association.
Brenda Astor RN, DCN, FACW
A pioneer in the implementation of integrative modalities in diverse
healthcare settings, Brenda has been awarded a Diplomate of Nursing from the
American Association of Integrative Medicine. The former director of the
Center for the Healing Arts, Imperial Point Medical Center, she is a
well-known speaker and educator at universities and hospitals on
Complementary and Alternative Medicine. A graduate of Beth Israel School of
Nursing, Harvard Medical Complex, Brenda is a founding member and fellow of
the American College of Wellness.
Tom Valente
President, The Link Foundation
For over 25 years, Tom Valente has been at the forefront of transformative
and holistic education. From his role in the development of the Omega
Institute to his current position as president of the Link foundation and
the Global Academy, Tom has distinguished himself as one of the premier
developers and initiators of innovative educational programs.
INI’S Distinguished Board of Advisors represents the leading minds and voices in the field of Integrative Nursing and Medicine today.
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Barbara Dossey, PhD, RN
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Elson Haas, MD
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Karilee Halo Shames, PhD, RN
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Judy Lane, NP, RN
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Lisa Keller, MD
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Barbara Glickstein MPH, RN
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Jean Achterberg, PhD
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David Schmitt, MD
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Jill Strube, PhD
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Barbara D'Allessio, MPH, RN
The INI is an initiative of The Global Academy, a 501-c3 non-profit
organization.
(www.theglobalacademy.org)
The Global Academy and its partners seek to develop and facilitate the
mainstream implementation of pragmatic models for sustainable societal
change in the fields of medicine, education, business, investment and
economics, globalization and leadership. Tom Valente, president of the
Global Academy, has an extensive track record in creating innovative
educational and advisory programs. As a co-founder and principal for over 25
years he helped build the Omega Institute from a start-up non-profit
organization into a $ 15 million educational institution that became a
leader in its field.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Integrative Nursing Institute
7350 So. Tamiami Trail Suite #214
Sarasota, FL 34231
941-329-6564 fax:941-923-3205
336 Bon Air Center Suite #518
Greenbrae, CA 94904
415-276-6899
www.integrativenursinginstitute.org
“Nurses will be pioneers to move medicine beyond a technological feat to a healing enterprise. They have an extraordinary personal sense of what is needed to empower themselves and their patients for self healing.” -- Rachel Naomi Remen, MD
THE SUCCESS OF ANY TRAINING PROGRAM depends on effective presentations that produce a profound and lasting impact on the attendees. The INI makes the most of the extensive experience of its trainers, advisors and partners to create innovative training experiences that encourage in-depth learning and long-term results.
Trainings designed by the INI aim to achieve the highest level of learning for every participant, in which the learner constructs knowledge, skills, and value from direct experience.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
INI brings more than 25 years experience in helping clients reach the
most important benchmarks of success:
- Client satisfaction
- Controlled costs
- A highly professional staff
INI’S Core training programs can be designed to meet continuing education requirements, and are offered both onsite and in retreat settings away from the workplace.
Our core programs introduce nurses to principles and practices of integrative nursing through didactic teaching, experiential learning and mentoring. Nurses acquire a framework and philosophy as well as practical skills that form the foundation of integrative care. Nurses are introduced to and practice a variety of holistic nursing modalities as vehicles to explore the nurse healer development process.
The programs include self-care and wellness concepts, cross-cultural and spiritual perspectives in health and healing, energy models and practices, self-regulation and body/mind interventions, clinical nutrition, clinical imagery, and the social and political dimensions of integrative practice. All components are based on current research and integrative healthcare models.
PARTIAL OVERVIEW OF SUBJECT AREAS COVERED:
- Role of integrative care in today’s healthcare “market”
- Cultural perspectives in healthcare (culture of the nurse, patient, and institution)
- Research and relevancy in nursing care
- The role of Integrative Nursing in healthcare reform
- The imagery process—breathing techniques and autogenic training
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Tools for wellness: A Preventive health, self-care model
- Energy Theory and Practicum
- Stress reduction and relaxation practices
- Imagery techniques
- Body/Mind Interventions for Self-healing and Self-Regulation
- Psychoneuro-immunology
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS DESIGNED AND PLANNED BY THE INI TEAM:
- Florida Atlantic University – “Healing Retreat for Nursing Faculty”
- Imperial Point Medical Center – “The Art of Healing and the Science of Medicine” Best Hospital Based Program
- Florida Atlantic University – “Health and the Environment”
- Holistic Nursing Associates – “Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others” Certification Program
- Omega Institute – “The Art of Nursing: A Holistic Program for Nurses”
- “The New Nursing”, New York
- “At the Heart of Healing: Experiencing Holistic Nursing”, award winning educational video
- “The Pursuit of Holistic Nursing” Clemson University - the First Certificate Program In Holistic Nursing
Needs Assessment
INI’S NURSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT ANSWERS YOUR IMPORTANT QUESTIONS:
- What learning will be accomplished?
- What changes in behavior and performance are expected?
- How will we achieve the desired results?
- What are the expected economic costs and benefits of any projected solutions?
OUR CONSULTANTS WILL COLLABORATE WITH YOU TO:
- Determine the most effective goals for your program
- Develop creative training strategies for nursing satisfaction and job retention
- Develop the most engaging and innovative educational programs available to nurses today.
- Assess, analyze, recommend and implement programs designed to meet your unique needs and goals.
- Identify the components necessary to create effective healing environments
Kudos and Comments
“On
behalf of the Board of Directors of the American Holistic Nurses Association
I want to thank you for your excellent work in designing and executing the
first certificate program in holistic nursing.”
-- Dr. Dorothea Hover, AHNA Education Chairperson
“At
the Heart of Healing: Experiencing Holistic Nursing" is a stimulating
educational resource for nurses. It provides both the theoretical and
experiential model for understanding holistic nursing.”
-- Judy Lane MS, ANP Director Women’s Menopause Center, San Francisco
“On
behalf of the faculty and students of the College of Nursing, we want to
thank you for the support of your program. The program has significantly
contributed to our graduate nursing students.”
-- Anne Boykin Ph.D. RN, Dean College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic
University
“Congratulations on your program and we appreciate the positive influence
you had on our students.”
-- Wil Trower, CEO North Broward
Hospital