This Memorial Day, we’d like to thank all those who have served our nation, and remember the military nurses who have cared for and comforted soldiers in action. READ MORE
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In times of turmoil, nurses provide calm, comfort and caring. From the deadly tornado in Oklahoma, to caring for the Boston Marathon bombing suspect, nurses in the news this week stood strong in difficult situations. READ MORE
From the story of a roller derby nurse, to a grandmother-grandaughter baby delivering team, here are the top five nursing news stories you missed this week: READ MORE
You couldn’t miss Team Chamberlain at the Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure® in Washington, D.C., on May 11. You just had to look for the tutus. READ MORE
From a new program to assist veterans entering the nursing field, to a looming nursing shortage in Michigan, read the top nursing news from the week below:
White House Announces New Program to Help Veterans Pursue Nursing Careers
A new program will help veterans with healthcare experience, such as medics, build upon their skills to enter the field of nursing. “The Veterans’ Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program recognizes the skills, experience and sacrifices of our veterans, while helping to grow our nursing workforce,” said Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services. “It helps veterans formalize their skills to get jobs, while strengthening Americans’ access to care.” Read more from ADVANCE for Nurses.
Nurses Deserve Praise for their Contribution to Healthcare, Student Says
In a letter to the editor, Chamberlain College of Nursing student Claire Mack encourages the public to recognize a nurse during National Nurses Week, May 6-12. “Nurses have long been at the forefront of health care innovation. National Nurses Week is a time to show our appreciation for these efforts to improve not only the health of individual patients, but the health of our nation.” Read more on cleveland.com.
How Old is Too Old for Nursing School?
Research shows that hospitals have better patient outcomes when they employ baccalaureate-prepared nurses. But for older nurses, is it worth it to go back for the BSN? “If you have the desire [for a BSN], why not go ahead and do it?” said National League for Nursing CEO Beverly Malone, PhD, RN. Read more from NurseZone.com.
Number of Nurses Completing their BSN, MSN, Degrees Increasing
A recent survey by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing found that the number of students enrolled in RN to BSN programs increased by 13.4 percent% from 2010 to 2011, while master’s programs saw a 7.6% increase in enrollments for 2011. “A driving force behind this increase in BSN enrollment is the Institute of Medicine’s ‘The Future of Nursing’ report that calls for the number of nurses who hold BSNs to increase to 80 percent by 2020,” said Betsy Snook, CEO of the Pennsylvania State Nursing Association. Read more from PennLive.
Nursing Shortage Looms in Michigan
With thousands of nurses approaching retirement in Michigan, trouble looms, experts recently warned. “We have an aging nursing work force and our nursing faculty is even older,” said Carole Stacy, director of the Michigan Center for Nursing, a program of the Michigan Health Council. Read more the Center for Michigan.
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As an emergency room nurse, Debra Smith is used to reacting quickly in life-or-death situations. When a medical crisis recently occurred far from the hospital, she was put to the test in a whole new way. READ MORE
A nurse describes what it was like to work side-by-side with investigators looking for clues in the Boston Marathon bombing.
A new study shows travel nurses have higher job satisfaction than permanent nurses.
The first nurse takes to the stage at TEDMED. Read these top nursing stories and more below: READ MORE
On a recent Thursday night, 14 people left one Dave & Buster’s a little lighter.
All had shaved their heads in support of the St. Baldrick’s Foundation to support childhood cancer research. READ MORE
Before the first grade, Patricia “Trish” Hughes, EdD, MSN, MBA, CRNP, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing’s Arlington campus, already knew what life had in store for her. READ MORE
Our thoughts are with all those affected by this week’s tragic bombing at the Boston Marathon. Throughout the week, stories of heroes have emerged – from the runners who kept running to the hospital to donate blood, to the brave first responders and nurses who ran towards the blast instead of away. READ MORE