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The Multifaceted Benefits of a Nursing Career

Daily Nurse

From financial security and physical health to spiritual fulfillment and the opportunity to make a lasting community impact, nursing enriches lives, both for the caregiver and the cared for. Financial Security and a Bright Retirement We love a career that allows us to be financially comfortable, and nursing does just that.

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Utah Grants Full Practice Authority to Nurse Practitioners

Health Leaders | Nursing

The National Academy of Medicine's The Future of Nursing 2020-2030 report recommends that nurses be allowed to "practice to the full extent of their education and training by removing barriers that prevent them from more fully addressing social needs and social determinants of health and improving healthcare access, quality, and value."

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“Mini Nurse Academy” Gets Elementary School Students Interested in Medicine

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Studies have shown that if we have more diverse individuals in the health care workforce, then we will have better health outcomes for the population,” said Monica Harmon, chapter president of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Area Black Nurses Association. Many of them won’t become doctors or nurses, but a few of them might.

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CNOs Share Their Hopes (And Fears) for Virtual Nursing

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Some argue that virtual nursing would remove the human element of healthcare, which would ultimately reduce patient satisfaction and worsen health outcomes. Diane Arosh, CNO for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle, WA, said her facility is already using virtual nursing as a way to encourage older nurses to put off retirement.

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Rutgers Health Appoints Angela Starkweather as New Dean to Lead School of Nursing

Daily Nurse

Taking over from retiring dean Linda Flynn, Starkweather is set to lead the Rutgers School of Nursing. With a steadfast commitment to evidence-based practices, Starkweather’s research has significantly advanced pain management and health outcomes for individuals with chronic illnesses.

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Leveling the Playing Field for Rural Health Providers

Health Leaders | Nursing

Simply put, specialists tend to live and work in well-populated areas, where they can work near large health systems and have access to a large patient base. The only time you'll likely find a gastroenterologist or neurologist in rural America is if they've retired there. He can be contacted at ewicklund@healthleadersmedia.com.

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Capitol HILL DAY and Membership Assembly 2023

American Nurse

The Assembly concluded by celebrating the wonderful years of commitment and success from Larissa Cole as she retires from her role as the CEO of ANA Enterprise and shared the process for her replacement. The day was rewarding, and we believe our Kansas Nursing Voice was heard. Attending the ANA Membership Assembly is an amazing experience.