Jonas Nursing Book Club

Jonas Nursing Book ClubJoin the next book club meeting on Wednesday, November 4 from 2:00–3:00 p.m. (ET).

The purpose of the Jonas Nursing Book Club is to strengthen scholarly discourse, personal and professional growth, and community through shared engagement with curated literature and structured discussions.

Selected readings will focus on nursing identity, leadership, health equity, and innovation to deepen connections across the Jonas network and foster a collaborative community of nurse leaders committed to advancing the nursing profession.

This book club is open to all current Scholars and alumni of the Jonas Scholars program.

Book Club Goals

The Jonas Nursing Book Club’s goals are to:

  • Advance the growth of nurse leaders through curated readings and scholarly discussions that empower the elevation of leadership, health equity, and innovation.
  • Foster meaningful, ongoing engagement among the Jonas network by creating a shared space for dialogue, reflection, and networking.
  • Integrate insights from discussions to advance Alumni Council initiatives, encourage mentorship and collaboration, and contribute to the strategic direction of Jonas Nursing.

Register for November 4 Book Club

Taking Care by Sarah DiGregorio

Taking Care: The Story of Nursing and Its Power to Change Our World by Sarah DiGregorio

Join the Jonas Nursing Book Club on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. (ET) to discussTaking Care: The Story of Nursing and Its Power to Change Our World by Sarah DiGregorio.

In this discussion, participants will have the opportunity to share their insights, ask questions, and explore key themes from the book together. It’s a welcoming space to reflect on what resonated with you, hear diverse perspectives, and consider how the book’s ideas show up in your own life. Whether you’re eager to dive deep or simply listen in, this session offers a meaningful way to engage with both the text and fellow readers.

We recommend reserving a copy of Taking Care from your local library. If you would like to purchase the book, copies are available through Bookshop.org.

Taking Care explores humanity’s long-standing efforts to look after one another—celebrating our greatest triumphs in caregiving while acknowledging the moments we’ve fallen short. Both inspiring and thought-provoking, it serves as a rallying cry for change and as a heartfelt tribute to nurses past, present, and future.

This compelling cultural history of nursing uncovers:

  • A Buried Legacy of Care: Journey from prehistoric communities to the battlegrounds of war and epidemic to uncover the often-overlooked story of the caregivers who have always played a crucial role in human survival.
  • Healthcare Through the Lens of Justice: A clear-eyed examination of how misogyny and racism have shaped—and hindered—the nursing profession, and how nurses are working to build a more equitable system.
  • The Power of Patient Advocacy: Vivid portraits of nurses across time who stand at the crossroads of medicine and community, influencing the world through quiet, steadfast acts of care.
  • A Demand for Transformation: More than a historical account, this book offers a bold and uplifting argument for elevating the nursing profession and reimagining the future of care for all.

Healing: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient by Theresa Brown[

Healing: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient by Theresa Brown

Join the Jonas Nursing Book Club on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss Healing: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient by Theresa Brown.

In this discussion, participants will have the opportunity to share their insights, ask questions, and explore key themes from the book together. It’s a welcoming space to reflect on what resonated with you, hear diverse perspectives, and consider how the book’s ideas show up in your own life. Whether you’re eager to dive deep or simply listen in, this session offers a meaningful way to engage with both the text and fellow readers.

We recommend reserving a copy of Healing from your local library. If you would like to purchase the book, copies are available through Bookshop.org.

When Theresa Brown, a veteran oncology and hospice nurse, is diagnosed with breast cancer, she suddenly finds herself on the other side of the health care system she has spent years navigating professionally. In Healing, the New York Times bestselling author recounts her experience from diagnosis through recovery, exploring the fears, frustrations, and unexpected lessons that came with becoming a patient. Through personal reflection and insight gained from both nursing and illness, Brown reveals how compassion can transform care and how the medical system can sometimes fall short of meeting patients' emotional needs. Thoughtful, honest, and deeply moving, Healing offers a compelling perspective on illness, recovery, and the human side of medicine.

If you have any questions about the Jonas Nursing Book Club, please contact Noah Brown, Associate Director of the Jonas Grant Program, at nbrown@aacnnursing.org.