March / April 2024 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184124000127
(March / April 2024) 2024 is in full swing and so is COINN. February saw the in-country launch of the Community of Neonatal Nursing Practice (CoNP) in Kenya and Zambia!
https://www.conpcommunityofpractice.org/ What a wonderful experience. To be surrounded by passionate, committed health professionals who are truly making a difference in newborn lives is truly humbling... READ MORE
January / February 2024 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184123002144
(January / February 2024) In this first issue of 2024, the COINN Board would like to wish readers a very happy new year and all the best for 2024. In addition, we take this opportunity to remind you of our membership offers and the upcoming COINN conference in May 2024, Denmark... READ MORE
December 2023 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184123001576
(December 2023) In this final issue of 2023, the NNA Trustees and the COINN Board would jointly like to wish our readers a very happy Christmas and all the best for 2024. In addition, we take this last opportunity of 2023 to remind you of our membership offers and the upcoming COINN conference in May 2024, Denmark... READ MORE
September / October 2023 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184123001266
(September / October 2023) Welcome to the COINN column! COINN is dedicated to raising the global voice of neonatal nurses through partnerships, interdisciplinary work, and training/education. Come join us on this journey. For more information on COINN please visit our website at www.coinnurses.org [Fig. 1]. In this edition of the journal, we have some updates for you... READ MORE
July / August 2023 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184123000868
(July / August 2023) The International Maternal Newborn Health conference was held in Cape Town in May this year. This was a hybrid conference with a limit of 1800 delegates possible to attend and this was achieved. This high-level global conference was hosted by the government of South Africa, and attended by the WHO, USAID, UNICEF, PMNCH and many others. COINN was well represented by Professors Karen Walker (Fig. 1), Carole Kenner, Marina Boykova, and Founding COINN Board Member and founder of the Neonatal Nursing Association of South Africa Ruth Davidge at this meeting. COINN was involved in writing key policy documents that have particular relevance to us, as neonatal nurses. The links to download the publications are provided below... READ MORE
May / June 2023 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184123000534
(May / June 2023) In this June edition of the journal, we feature a reflection of the Alliance of Global Neonatal Nursing (ALIGNN) conference that took place in October 2022. This time, the report is written by our Board member Leilani Kupahu-Marino Kahoano (Fig. 1) who led on the organisation of this fabulous event. In addition, two of our newer Board members write for us: Linda Hg, on optimising neonatal nursing care with regard to the Neonatal Nursing Outcomes Study, and Patrick Too, on the importance of striving towards zero tolerance to preventable newborn deaths in Africa. Finally, our Board member Judy Hitchcock presents an update of current global and topical events for us to consider... READ MORE
March / April 2023 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184123000017
(March / April 2023) In this April edition of the journal for 2023, we feature an update from Carole Kenner, COINN CEO, on the Board membership and a reflection of the Alliance of Global Neonatal Nursing (ALIGNN) conference that took place in October 2022... READ MORE
January / February 2023 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122002071
(January February 2023) In this first edition of the journal for 2023, we are delighted to feature our official press release following a successful grant bid to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Secondly, a reflection is presented on the current global neonatal workforce situation written by our COINN Board member, Judy Hitchcock. Finally, another of our Board members Wakako Eklund and her colleague Harumi Kanzawa report on a unique role from Nagasaki, Japan... READ MORE
December 2022 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122001867
(December 2022) In this final issue of 2022, the NNA Executive and the COINN Board would jointly like to wish our readers a very happy Christmas and all the best for 2023. In addition, we take this last opportunity of 2022 to remind you of our membership offers... READ MORE
October 2022 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page.https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122001399
(October 2022) In this October edition, we signpost you to an editorial summary from the journal ‘Nursing in Critical Care’, written by our Board member Agnes van den Hoogen on ‘Parental involvement and empowerment in paediatric critical care: Partnership is key!’ This is followed by COINN's latest position statement on ‘Keeping babies and their parents together’. Finally, we feature details of the Inaugural Alliance of Global Neonatal Nursing convention to be held in Waikiki, O'ahu, Hawaii, October 17–21st, 2022 and our new book, Neonatal Nursing: A Global Perspective.... READ MORE
August 2022 -
Neonatal Nurses Association (NNA) – News page https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122000941
(August 2022) In this August 2022 edition, we would like to announce that our NNA Scholarship applications are now open! We would also like to remind you of our membership offers, both full membership and our excellent student offer plus to signpost you to a webinar coming in September as a date for your diary.... READ MORE
August 2022 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122000953
(August 2022) In this August edition, our CEO Carole Kenner provides a COINN update. Then, we feature a research commentary on a recent paper co-published by one of our Board members Agnes van den Hoogen (Ruhe et al., 2022) on preparing for preterm parenting. This is followed by our board member Judy Hitchcock who has written a reflection on ‘Looking back whilst moving forward’. Finally, we feature details of the Inaugural Alliance of Global Neonatal Nursing convention to be held in Waikiki, O'ahu, Hawaii (Fig. 1), October 17–21st, 2022 and our new book publication, Neonatal Nursing: A Global Perspective.... READ MORE
June 2022 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122000515
(June 2022) In this June edition, we firstly feature a research commentary on a recent paper by Adcock et al. (2021) on the experiences of families of indigenous infants in New Zealand, relating to preterm birth and neonatal intensive care. This is followed by our new Position Statement on ‘Pre-Service Orientation of Registered Nurses and Midwives to Neonatal Units’... READ MORE
April 2022 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184122000059
(April 2022) In this April edition, we feature an update from our CEO Carole Kenner and a reflection from our Board member Judy Hitchcock. COINN would also like to take the opportunity to remind readers of two important events this year. Firstly, the Inaugural Alliance of Global Neonatal Nursing convention to be held in Waikiki, O'ahu, Hawaii (Fig. 1, Fig. 2), October 17–21st, 2022. Secondly, the launch of our COINN book- Neonatal Nursing: A Global Perspective... READ MORE
January 2022 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184121001915
(January 2022) In this first edition of 2022, we start by providing a COINN update from CEO, Carole Kenner and a reflection from COINN President, Karen Walker. Next, a research commentary is presented of a 2021 systematic review publication co-authored by COINN Board member, Agnes van den Hoogen, on sensory-based interventions in the neonatal intensive care unit and the effects on preterm brain development... READ MORE
December 2021 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184121001502
(December 2021) To complete this final edition of 2021, we present an updated summary of COINN and again signpost readers to our website with the associated resources. One of our Board members Leilani also reflects on her involvement with setting up the ALIGN conference held in October 2021... READ MORE
October 2021 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184121001095
(October 2021) As we move to the last quarter of 2021, I have to reflect on all the amazing work COINN is doing to promote and advocate for high quality neonatal nursing care and training/education. Yet, as much as this work is advancing the Every Newborn Action Plan, to develop standardized neonatal nursing education, it must be recognized that much is still to be done.... READ MORE
July 2021 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184121000612
(July 2021) COINN's involvement in policy work is growing. This work brings the voice of neonatal nurses to initiatives that are changing practice and education. We are part of the WHO Mother and Newborn Information for Tracking Outcomes and Results (MONITOR) Technical Advisory Group.... READ MORE
June 2021 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. COVID-19: The accidental ambassador for premature infants and Neonatal Nursing in a Global Pandemic. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184121000363
(June 2021) In this June 2021 edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, COINN Board member Judy Hitchcock starts by reflecting on the early part of 2021 and an inspirational moment from Jo Biden's inauguration. In addition, we also present further contributions from neonatal nurses who have reflected on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on neonatal care... READ MORE
April 2021 -
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. COVID-19: Neonatal Nursing in a Global Pandemic.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184121000028
(April 2021) In this April 2021 edition, we hear from four members of our COINN Board. Firstly Carole Kenner (COINN CEO) and Marina Boykova present a summary of our recent activities and work. Secondly, Tanya Bishop and Judy Hitchcock contribute their reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic along with UK neonatal nurse Frenissa Riconalla... READ MORE
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Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. COVID-19: Neonatal Nursing in a Global Pandemic.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184120301897
(February 2021) In this February edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, we welcome more contributions of neonatal nurses who have reflected on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on neonatal care, babies, families and staff. This writing project is being coordinated by Dr. Katie Gallagher (University College, London (UCL)), Breidge Boyle (Co-Editor; Journal of Neonatal Nursing), Alex Mancini (Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust, London) and Julia Petty (COINN and UK Neonatal Nurses Association Board member). Here, In the fourth of the reflective series, we present contributions from Malta and England... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page. COVID-19: Neonatal Nursing in a Global Pandemic.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184120301484
(December 2020) In this December 2020 edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, we welcome more contributions of neonatal nurses around the world, who have reflected on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on neonatal care, babies, families and staff... READ MORE
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184120301101
(October 2020) In this October 2020 edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, we continue to welcome the contributions of neonatal nurses around the world, who have reflected on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on neonatal care, babies, families and staff... READ MORE
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(August 2020) In this August 2020 edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, we welcome the contributions of neonatal nurses around the world, who have reflected on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on neonatal care, babies, families and staff... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184120300624
(June 2020) In this June 2020 edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, we firstly celebrate the International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. This is particularly important given the current global situation with the Covid-19 virus that has swept the world, with a major impact on healthcare service demand and outcomes... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184120300089
(April 2020) In this April 2020 edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, the COINN News section features a synopsis of the COINN 2nd African Conference, written by COINN Board members Karen Walker, Carole Kenner and Marine Boykova along with Josephine Bariu, President of the Neonatal Nurses Association of Kenya. To follow, Judy Hitchcock presents a poem in honour of ‘Year of the Nurse and Midwife; 2020’, remembering also, International Nurses day on May 12th, 2020... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184119301334
(December 2019) In this edition of the Journal of Neonatal Nursing, we would like to take this opportunity to update you on the COINN Board members, who we are, where we are from and what we do. This ‘News’ piece also provides an overview of our Mission, core values and vision for global neonatal nursing... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184119300973
(October 2019) Defining the scope of practice and role of a nurse globally is multi-faceted, especially given the complex nature of neonatal nursing. UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) recognise the un- iqueness of the neonatal nursing and midwifery roles as being instru- mental in influencing neonatal outcomes... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184119300730
(August 2019) COINN 2019 offered an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the contribution of families in the care of preterm and sick babies in newborn units globally, in a range of cultural contexts. Around the world, the family unit is fundamental to the successful recovery of newborns, providing growth, strength, resilience and unity... READ MORE
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Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184119300420
(June 2019) COINN’s 2019 Conference “Enriched Family-Enhanced Care” was held in May, in Auckland, New Zealand. What a wonderful site for our international gathering. A detailed conference report will be provided in the next edition of the journal... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184119300080
(April 2019) COINN is on the Move! As reported in the previous edition, in October we held our first regional meeting in Rwanda: New Frontiers for African Neonatal Care. This conference hosted by the University of Rwanda and co-sponsored by Global Engagement Institute (GEI), COINN, and Rwanda Association of Neonatal Nurses (RANN)... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184118302047
(February 2019) This month, the COINN News page presents feedback on Board member’s representation at four key international events held in China, Rwanda, Bucharest and Hawaii in the autumn of 2018... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184118301674
(December 2018) COINN’s Africa Conference: New Frontiers for African Neonatal Care in Kigali, Rwanda represented a commitment to support our national organizations such as the Rwanda Neonatal Nurses Association (RANN) and to increase neonatal nursing visibility in neonatal health outcomes... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
hhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184118301224
(October 2018) In May, the World Health Assembly met in Geneva. Neonatal health and nursing is finally reaching the world stage. For COINN and neonatal nursing, it is time to tell our stories, not just on 15-August-International Neonatal Nurses Day but year-round, to ensure that people recognize the important role we have in relation to neonatal outcomes and the delivery of care... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184118300887
(August 2018) COINN participated as part of the Expert Advisory Group for “Survive, Thrive, and Transform: Care for Every Small and Sick Newborn” hosted by UNICEF. This work is to inform policy to improve neonatal/family outcomes... READ MORE
Journal of Neonatal Nursing - Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) affiliation with the Journal of Neonatal Nursing (NNA)
“Advancing neonatal nursing care, education and research globally”.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355184118300462
(June 2018) The Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) and the Journal of Neonatal Nursing (JNN) are pleased to announce that, from January 2018, they have become affiliated... READ MORE