New grad training programs have been recognized over the years as a necessity to help new nurses transition successfully from the role of student to professional nurse. These new grad training programs provide a structured curriculum to acclimate nurses into […]
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A new model for educating nurses developed by the Rutgers School of Nursing-Camden, called the Innovative Health Equity Program, has won the university the 2018 Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Innovations in Professional Nursing Education Award. The Innovative Health
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Judith Lucas, EdD, APN, associate professor, and associate dean for undergraduate programs in the Seton Hall University College of Nursing has been named a fellow by the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) for her work in advancing social research policy
That is the question, my friends. I recall receiving this piece of advice in nursing school: “The secret to nursing is to never work overtime. Work 3 days a week and only 3 days a week.” Unfortunately, this piece of
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Our Nurse of the Week is Ashley Martin, an alumna of Western Illinois University’s (WIU) School of Nursing who is opening a clinic to help expand psychiatric services in the region. The Lakeview Medical and Psychiatric Clinic is opening this
Higher institutions of learning are responding to the demands of society in the need for additional Registered Nurses (RNs) by offering accelerated degrees in nursing. These programs are designed for those who hold a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree or
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Suicide, in and of itself, is a tragedy for all involved. One field in which it hasn’t often been discussed is nursing. Earlier this year, that began to change when Judy Davidson, DNP, RN, FCCM, FAAN, EBP, and her colleagues
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The Penn Futures Project, a collaborative effort among three Penn schools serving the Philadelphia community, has appointed new faculty leaders to serve the children and families of Philadelphia. Deans from three Penn schools named Nursing and Nutrition professor Terri Lipman
This week’s Vascular Nurses Week (September 9-15) recognizes the important role vascular nurses play in the health of patients with vascular conditions or disease. Requiring a broad skill set, vascular nurses care for patients in their home setting or can
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Professional nursing conferences provide extensive learning and networking opportunities. These informative and inspiring gatherings can also feel intimidating. Make your first—or next conference—an enjoyable and productive experience with these 12 tips: 1. Plan ahead. Register early and take advantage of discounts
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