🚨 Rising Violence Against Nurses: Real Stories & New Safeguards

Protecting Nurses on the Frontlines

Author

America Needs Nurses
August 26, 2025

In partnership with

Unmatched Quality. Proven Results. Momentous Creatine.

Creatine is one of the most effective and well-researched supplements for improving strength, power, recovery, and cognitive performance. Momentous Creatine contains Creapure®—the purest, pharmaceutical-grade creatine monohydrate—single-sourced from Germany for unmatched quality and consistency. Every batch is NSF Certified for Sport®, meaning it’s independently tested for safety, label accuracy, and banned substances.

With no fillers, no artificial additives, and clinically validated dosing, it embodies The Momentous Standard™—a commitment to science-backed formulas, transparency, and uncompromising quality. This is why it’s trusted by professional teams, Olympic athletes, and the U.S. military’s top performers.

Whether you’re starting your creatine journey or returning after a break, Momentous Creatine gives you the confidence of knowing you’re fueling your body with the very best—precisely formulated for results you can feel and trust.

Head to livemomentous.com and use code HIVE for up to 35% off your first order.

Workplace violence in healthcare is on the rise, and nurses are among the most affected. From verbal assaults to physical attacks, real incidents continue to make headlines, sparking urgent calls for stronger protections.

đź“Š The Alarming Numbers

  • Nearly 2 in 3 nurses report experiencing workplace violence in the past year (ANA 2025 survey).

  • Emergency departments and behavioral health units remain the highest-risk areas.

  • Hospitals are now treating workplace safety as a patient care issue, not just a security concern.

👩‍⚕️ Real Stories from the Floor

  • Lena, ER Nurse (Illinois): “A patient’s family member punched me while I tried to de-escalate. Security wasn’t close enough to respond.”

  • James, ICU RN (New York): “Verbal abuse has become so common it’s almost expected—but it should never be normalized.”

  • Priya, Med-Surg RN (Texas): “We’re seeing more training on how to handle violent situations, but we need real backup, not just workshops.”

🛡️ New Security Policies in Action

Hospitals are rolling out changes, including:

  • 24/7 security presence in high-risk units

  • De-escalation and self-defense training for staff

  • Zero-tolerance policies against threats and harassment

  • Silent alarm badges now piloted in several U.S. hospitals

🔑 Takeaway

Nurses shouldn’t have to choose between caring for patients and protecting themselves. Workplace safety must remain at the forefront of healthcare reform—and nurses’ voices are leading that fight.

At America Needs Nurses, we stand with frontline staff advocating for safer workplaces and stronger protections across all care settings.

🧡
America Needs Nurses Team


Join Our Skool Community