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National League For Nursing Convenes Innovative Think Tank On Expanding Diversity In Nurse Educator Workforce
National League For Nursing Convenes Innovative Think Tank On Expanding Diversity In Nurse Educator Workforce
posted by kmarshall 151 days 29 minutes ago
Decrying a lack of diversity in the nation's nurse educator workforce, the National League for Nursing has taken the lead in working to change this reality in all types of nursing programs. This high-priority NLN initiative, which grew out of the League's 2007-2010 Strategic Plan, is projected to evolve over the coming decade. It began with an invitation to influential nurse educators, practicing nurses and professionals in health care and higher education to join a new NLN-led Think Tank on Expanding Diversity in the Nurse Educator Workforce.
Read more...Fifth Annual International Bayada Award For Technological Innovation In Nursing Education And Practice Announced
Fifth Annual International Bayada Award For Technological Innovation In Nursing Education And Practice Announced
posted by kmarshall 151 days 31 minutes ago
Recently, Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions (CNHP) announced the fifth annual Bayada Award for Technological Innovation in Nursing Education and Practice. The award, sponsored by brothers Mel and Mark Baiada, recognizes the importance of incorporating technology in nursing for improved patient outcomes.
Read more...RWJF Launches National Program To Build Next Generation Of Academic Nurse Leaders
RWJF Launches National Program To Build Next Generation Of Academic Nurse Leaders
posted by tnelson 178 days 5 hours 30 minutes ago
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) recently announced a new scholars program to develop the next generation of nurse leaders in academia and boost the stature of junior faculty in nursing schools. The RWJF Nurse Faculty Scholars program will provide $28 million over the next five years to outstanding junior nursing faculty to help them advance in their fields and seek faculty positions earlier in their careers by providing mentorship, leadership training, salary and research support.
Read more...26th Annual Dermatology Nurses' Association Convention: The Convention Of Champions
26th Annual Dermatology Nurses' Association Convention: The Convention Of Champions
posted by tnelson 178 days 5 hours 26 minutes ago
Within health care, dermatology professionals play a critical role in providing quality care to their patients. When the Dermatology Nurses' Association (DNA) hosts its Annual Convention in 2008, it will recognize the outstanding contribution dermatology professionals make to health care. The 26th Annual Dermatology Nurses' Convention: Champions of Health Care, scheduled for March 25-28, 2008, at the Las Vegas Hilton, will salute dermatology professionals and offer them the latest information in the field of dermatology, a variety of learning formats and the profession's best networking opportunities. This comprehensive meeting is intended for practitioners of all skill levels practicing in various settings. RNs, LPNs, medical assistants, nurse practitioners, office staff and administrative staff working in the field of dermatology will benefit from this meeting.
Read more...Nurses Launch National 'CheneyCare' Campaign
Nurses Launch National 'CheneyCare' Campaign
posted by tnelson 178 days 5 hours 26 minutes ago
The California Nurses Association (CNA)/National Nurses Organizing Committee (NNOC) launched a national campaign today in favor of what the group has dubbed "CheneyCare" -- guaranteed, publicly-funded health care for all Americans.
Read more...New Honor Society Of Nursing Book Offers AACN Patient-Nurse Model To Optimize Outcomes
New Honor Society Of Nursing Book Offers AACN Patient-Nurse Model To Optimize Outcomes
posted by kmarshall 178 days 5 hours 36 minutes ago
The Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International and the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) announce the publication of Synergy: The Unique Relationship Between Nurses and Patients, written by Martha A.Q. Curley, RN, PhD, FAAN.
Read more...UIC College Of Nursing In Peoria Now Accepting Applications For New Doctorate Of Nursing Practice
UIC College Of Nursing In Peoria Now Accepting Applications For New Doctorate Of Nursing Practice
posted by kmarshall 178 days 5 hours 35 minutes ago
When it comes to graduate nursing programs, the University of Illinois (UIC) Chicago - College of Nursing in Peoria sets the pace for others in the nation. Not only the very first College of Nursing to offer a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program in downstate Illinois, the UIC College of Nursing also offers the only joint degree -- Master's in Nursing and Master's in Public Health in Illinois (MS-MPH). Created for those seeking an advanced nursing degree, the DNP Program is the final practice degree for the nursing profession and is expected to produce leaders who will affect the future of our nation's healthcare and nursing. The College of Nursing is accepting applications for the next DNP Program until February 1st.
Read more...Pennsylvania's Leading RN Association Joins CNA/NNOC, Nation's Largest Nurses' Union
Pennsylvania's Leading RN Association Joins CNA/NNOC, Nation's Largest Nurses' Union
posted by kmarshall 178 days 5 hours 33 minutes ago
The Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals (PASNAP) is joining the nation’s largest union of registered nurses, the California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee (AFL-CIO), leaders of both organizations announced recently. With the affiliation, CNA/NNOC will now represent more than 80,000 RNs in all 50 states. PASNAP has some 5,100 members.
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