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Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals
Explore New York's SPAN program with Deborah Koivula, RN, BSN, CARN, discussing support for nurses and recovery processes.
27:58•28 Nov 2023
Supporting Nurses: New York's Peer Assistance Program Unveiled
Episode Overview
- The episode covers the program's confidential self-referral process and the critical role of peer support groups in the recovery process.
- The conversation explores the significance of medication-assisted therapy and its individualized approach.
- Insights into the comprehensive services offered by SPAN and the importance of embedding recovery-friendly language and resources into healthcare facilities' policies and procedures.
- Deborah Koivula shares about the program's inclusion of other healthcare disciplines in its monitoring and support efforts.
- The vital role of SPAN as a resource and its proactive involvement in healthcare facilities' planning processes is highlighted.
“We want to make sure that policies and practices are hardwired regardless of turnover, that folks really know that SPAN is an available resource in very creative ways and would encourage you to actually invite SPAN into some of the planning processes around that.”
Imagine a place where nurses battling substance abuse can find confidential help and unwavering support. In this episode of 'Drug Diversion Insights', host Terri Vidals sits down with Deborah Koivula, RN, BSN, CARN, the Outreach Coordinator for New York's Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses (SPAN) program. They dive into the heart of SPAN, revealing how it serves as a lifeline for healthcare professionals in need.
Deborah shares the ins and outs of the program's self-referral process, which allows nurses to seek help without fear of stigma or professional repercussions. The conversation also highlights the critical role of peer support groups in fostering recovery and resilience among participants. Medication-assisted therapy is another focal point, as Deborah discusses its personalized approach and effectiveness in treating addiction. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how SPAN collaborates with various healthcare disciplines to provide comprehensive support.
Whether you're a nurse, a healthcare administrator, or someone interested in addiction recovery, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.
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