Functional Nursing brings meaning back to modern nursing by integrating Functional Medicine principles—systems thinking, lifestyle influences, emotional patterns, and therapeutic presence—to support whole-person healing and reduce burnout.
Discover which INCA programs are open to LPNs/LVNs and CNAs, how to apply integrative skills in real-world settings, and where the Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program fits. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
How Registered Nurses & APRNs Safely Integrate a Functional Medicine Root-Cause Approach into Practice “Can nurses practice functional medicine?” It’s one of the most common and most important questions nurses ask as they
Integrative Nurse Coaches bridge science and compassion, guiding clients to uncover the “why” or root cause behind illness and create sustainable change. By weaving functional medicine principles into their practice, they help patients
Many nurses enter the profession with a deep desire to heal, only to feel that spark dim under the weight of tasks and time pressures. Integrative Nurse Coaching offers a path back to
Nurses already know functional medicine! We learned so much of it in our initial nursing training, but we weren’t given the tools to act. With functional medicine, we return to our nursing roots,
Did you know that millions of patients use homeopathy every year—and many turn to nurses for guidance? As a nurse, you’re on the front lines of patient care. More than ever, patients are asking
There comes a moment in life when you get smack by reality. I’ve had moments of pause and being present throughout my life. I find when your’e in your mid 40’s you begin
Nurses are the backbone of modern healthcare, yet their responsibilities can lead to burnout. Enter stillness meditation—a way to find peace amid chaos. This practice is about integrating calm into your daily routine.
The Science of Caring in Nursing When Jean Watson developed the Theory of Human Caring, emphasizing the importance of a nurse’s presence, empathy, and holistic approach to patient care, she likely never envisioned
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, the concept of wellbeing often focuses on achieving a state of balance and health. It’s about feeling “well” in the present—physically, emotionally, and mentally stable. However, as
The realm of nursing is ever-evolving, continually embracing novel approaches to move toward patient-centered care. One such innovative strategy is hypnosis, an often-underestimated tool with potential applications across all nursing specialties. Hypnosis in
I’ve been a board-certified Integrative Nurse Coach® for over 10 years, and I’ve witnessed so much over the years. I want to take a few moments to share some of the top lessons
Let’s be clear, actively living in the world today is stressful, is chaotic and you can get easily mixed up in the pushing and pulling energy of the rat race. It can feel
In the late nineteen eighties, a late night tv host introduced a top ten list which I thoroughly enjoyed, and I thought I might share the ten top reasons to become a Nurse
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The healthcare industry is constantly evolving, and with it, the role of nurses has expanded beyond traditional patient care. One such emerging role is that
There’s nothing better than receiving advice from someone who’s been through it all, as you are coming towards it. That’s why I reached out to
Let Go, Nurse Coach, it’s always easier said than done, and yet, as I have learned through my 10 years as a board-certified Integrative Nurse
