Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Family Nurse Practitioner, Navy Veteran & DNP Graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@Nurs621 @UVA @reecceesmithh Congratulations!!!🎉🎉

[8News WRIC Richmond @8NEWS]

A team of researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University are working to develop a face mask that not only prevents the spread of #COVID19 but actually kills the virus. https://t.co/1LQ044hDTq #RVA #Virginia #VCU

[8News WRIC Richmond @8NEWS]

Two #VCU professors and one student are working together to develop a new face mask that kills microbes – including the particle that causes #COVID19. https://t.co/cGajrbQkLJ #Virginia

[Donna Cardillo @DonnaCardilloRN]

It takes a village to “raise” a new nurse. Let’s all commit to “raising” the type of nurse we want to work side by side with. #NursePower #Nurse #NewNurse #NurseTweet #NurseTwitter

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@Katie_NURS_ @lgbtmap @FocusFamily Thank you for mentioning this Act! More education is needed on transmission routes also. #nurs638policy #endHIVstigma

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@FabioDeSouzaNUR @ahahospitals @ANANursingWorld @RepJoeCourtney @BobbyScott @RepCawthorn I have nursing home and hospital experience. Despite security being in the building, more measures are needed for workplace violence prevention. #nurs638policy

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

Safer nurse staffing ratios are needed for improved safety of patients and staff. The Nurse-to-Patient Staffing Standards Bill needs support from all advocacy groups and legislators to set the standard for the future of nursing care. #nurs638policy @ahahospitals @ANANursingWorld

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@FabioDeSouzaNUR @DrKimSue I was impressed by the awareness also. This book gave insight to many complexities of drug addiction.

[Fabio DeSouza, DNP, RN, CPHQ @FabioDeSouzaNUR]

Getting Wrecked by @DrKimSue sheds light on the complexities of drug addiction, treatment, and the law in women's lives. I am humbled by the magnitude of the problem but encouraged by the awareness generated by this work.
#nurs638policy

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@KidNPGinger @DrKimSue @amazon Yes, I agree. It was definitely heart wrenching and eye opening. It goes to show how stigmas are solely in the eye of the beholder.

[Ginger Mary, CPNP, AE-C @KidDNPGinger]

We've all heard about opioid abuse and made judgments. Getting Wrecked @DrKimSue shatters those beliefs. Heartwrenching and eye-opening humanizing experiences. Required reading for healthcare professionals #nurse638policy https://t.co/bu4czzfhxj via @amazon

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@DrKimSue Getting Wrecked gave insight on how opioid addiction can easily affect any woman. This book gave solutions to a difficult crisis that often fails in many communities. More outreach programs and initiatives are needed to decrease the opioid crisis. #nurs638policy

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

@ChantalFlmngNUR Thanks!!!

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! #VCNP #VCU #VAMC

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

2021 Tidewater VCNP Symposium this morning! #FNP #knowledgeispower

[Shandra Coates, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC @CoatesFNP]

Finding key stakeholders can be challenging in health policy, but the end result of making a difference is very rewarding. I am ready to be the voice of change.
@Nurs621
#voiceofchange #nurs638

[Lauren Murray @LaurenMurrayVCU]

Let's partner with providers and educate our healthcare teams to facilitate unbiased and supportive discussion around HIV. We must utilize creative outreach efforts - such as social media - to advocate for those at risk or living with HIV #SpeakOutHIV #nurs638policy

[Lauren Murray @LaurenMurrayVCU]

In support of the United States' Roadmap to End the Epidemic, it is critical that we address the barriers that many still face when seeking HIV education, testing & treatment. The STIGMA and DISCRIMINATION are crippling for State and Federal efforts. @GovernorVA @VDHgov @UNAIDS

[kkeeseckFNP @KkeeseckFNP]

The decriminalization of drugs is a public health initiative. It’s time to reduce stigma and discrimination, and promote increased access to mental health services. Decriminalization is fiscally relevant, rational, and rooted in health and human rights. #nurs638policy @WHO @UN

[Cameron Yudkin @c_yudkin]

Human trafficking is a crime that remains hidden until it is not. Many individuals are suffering, even after they are found. We need to put an end to trafficking and to their trauma. @GovernorVa @BeatingTrauma Help us protect the survivors
#nurs638policy