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UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 — Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.

NP student talks to two standardized patient actors in an experiential learning classroom, designed to simulate a patient room.
Creating Safe Spaces: Simulation Training Helps Future NPs Discuss Sexual Health with Empathy, Skill

Friday, Jan 3, 2025 — Clinicians need practice getting comfortable broaching the topic of sexual health. UR Nursing researchers and simulation educators are helping NP students start the conversation.

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UR Nursing Research Champions Family Caregivers

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 — Family caregivers don’t always receive the care they need for their own health. Here’s how UR Nursing researchers hope to change that.

DNP

Group photo of ENRS participants holding a poster that says "#NursingScience"
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 — Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.

Photo of a nurse and EMTs with a patient.
UR Nursing Ranks in U.S News Top 15 Master’s Programs, Top 30 DNP

Monday, Apr 7, 2025 — The University of Rochester is among the top schools in the nation for master's and doctoral nursing programs, U.S. News & World Report shared.

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AHA Honors UR Nursing Faculty for Research, Clinical Excellence in Cardiovascular and Stroke Care

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 — Two University of Rochester nursing leaders were recognized for their innovative approaches to cardiovascular and stroke care and research.

Accelerated Programs

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CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N

Monday, Mar 17, 2025 — Alumnus and URMC Acute Medicine nurse Matt Ramos hopes to expand his impact in nursing and public health as he prepares to graduate from the Clinical Nurse Leader program.

Erin Baylor wears a headset, sitting behind the glass wall of a simulation lab control room.
Faculty Receive International Credential in Simulation Education

Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025 — Two University of Rochester nursing faculty members and alumni are now among just 103 individuals across the world to hold advanced certifications as healthcare simulation educators, or CHSE-A.

Patient Care

Monroe High School students with School of Nursing and RCSD leadership at the opening of its new Health Center.
UR Nursing, RCSD Launch School-Based Health Center at Monroe High School

Friday, Feb 28, 2025 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing and Rochester City School District celebrated the grand opening of a School-Based Health Center at James Monroe High School on Feb. 28, marking a significant step to improve access to physical and mental health care for local high school students.

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Join the UR School of Nursing in Celebrating National Nurses Week

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing is hosting and supporting a series of events throughout the week to recognize and celebrate National Nurses Week. The celebration begins on May 6 and ends on May 12.

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Beyond Biometrics: The Impact of UR Medicine Employee Wellness

Tuesday, Jan 16, 2024 — Cheryl Ellenwood had always gotten good results from her biometric health screenings. So when her numbers rose to concerning levels despite what she considered to be a decent diet and exercise regimen, she turned to UR Medicine Employee Wellness. The nurse-led program provides services to more than 63,000 employees in 83 organizations in Western New York.

Wellness

How to Prevent Nursing Burnout

Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 — Burnout in nursing is more than just exhaustion—it’s a challenge that impacts well-being, patient care, and the entire healthcare system. Discover practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and fostering a healthy work-life balance.

National Nurses Week Flyer with Heart
Join the UR School of Nursing in Celebrating National Nurses Week

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing is hosting and supporting a series of events throughout the week to recognize and celebrate National Nurses Week. The celebration begins on May 6 and ends on May 12.

Center for Employee Wellness sign
Beyond Biometrics: The Impact of UR Medicine Employee Wellness

Tuesday, Jan 16, 2024 — Cheryl Ellenwood had always gotten good results from her biometric health screenings. So when her numbers rose to concerning levels despite what she considered to be a decent diet and exercise regimen, she turned to UR Medicine Employee Wellness. The nurse-led program provides services to more than 63,000 employees in 83 organizations in Western New York.

Outcomes

HEED Health Professions logo, centered over a photo of the School of Nursing front entrance and flower garden.
UR Nursing Recognized with Top Diversity Award for 8th Consecutive Year

Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 — The School's eighth Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award is a testament to ongoing work being done to incorporate principles of DEI across its education, research, and practice missions.

UR Nursing Earns Renewal of Apple Distinguished School Recognition

Monday, Sep 9, 2024 — An Apple Distinguished School since 2021, UR Nursing was noted for its use of Apple technology to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning.

NLN Center of Excellence in Nursing Education
UR Nursing Named 2024 NLN Center of Excellence in Nursing Education

Thursday, Aug 15, 2024 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been named a 2024 National League for Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence in Nursing Education for sustained accomplishments in creating environments that enhance student learning and professional development.

Nursing Leadership

Nursing grad student in a white coat examines a patient, who is sitting on an exam table wearing a gown.
UR Nursing, URMC Extend Employee Tuition Grant for Additional 2 Years

Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 — The initiative led by the School of Nursing and URMC has covered tuition costs for more than 850 University of Rochester employees.

Photo of Matt standing in a patient room, wearing a navy jacket and yellow and blue striped tie.
CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N

Monday, Mar 17, 2025 — Alumnus and URMC Acute Medicine nurse Matt Ramos hopes to expand his impact in nursing and public health as he prepares to graduate from the Clinical Nurse Leader program.

Alumni

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Dean's Diamond Circle Recognizes Alumni, Supporters. Meet the 2025 Honorees

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 — University of Rochester alumni and supporters were recognized for their contributions to nursing, healthcare, and the communities they serve.

Photo of Matt standing in a patient room, wearing a navy jacket and yellow and blue striped tie.
CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N

Monday, Mar 17, 2025 — Alumnus and URMC Acute Medicine nurse Matt Ramos hopes to expand his impact in nursing and public health as he prepares to graduate from the Clinical Nurse Leader program.

Nursing Education

Nursing grad student in a white coat examines a patient, who is sitting on an exam table wearing a gown.
UR Nursing, URMC Extend Employee Tuition Grant for Additional 2 Years

Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 — The initiative led by the School of Nursing and URMC has covered tuition costs for more than 850 University of Rochester employees.

Photo of a nurse and EMTs with a patient.
UR Nursing Ranks in U.S News Top 15 Master’s Programs, Top 30 DNP

Monday, Apr 7, 2025 — The University of Rochester is among the top schools in the nation for master's and doctoral nursing programs, U.S. News & World Report shared.

Erin Baylor wears a headset, sitting behind the glass wall of a simulation lab control room.
Faculty Receive International Credential in Simulation Education

Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025 — Two University of Rochester nursing faculty members and alumni are now among just 103 individuals across the world to hold advanced certifications as healthcare simulation educators, or CHSE-A.

Community

Closeup photo of a Dean's Medal with the University seal.
Dean's Diamond Circle Recognizes Alumni, Supporters. Meet the 2025 Honorees

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 — University of Rochester alumni and supporters were recognized for their contributions to nursing, healthcare, and the communities they serve.

Monroe High School students with School of Nursing and RCSD leadership at the opening of its new Health Center.
UR Nursing, RCSD Launch School-Based Health Center at Monroe High School

Friday, Feb 28, 2025 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing and Rochester City School District celebrated the grand opening of a School-Based Health Center at James Monroe High School on Feb. 28, marking a significant step to improve access to physical and mental health care for local high school students.

Pinning Ceremony Honors Summer 2024 Nursing Graduates

Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 — The School of Nursing recognized more than 80 graduates of the accelerated bachelor's and RN to BS programs.

Clinical Experience

Nursing students in scrubs gathered around an exam table.
UR Nursing Recognized by AACN as Leader in Educational Innovation

Friday, Nov 10, 2023 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing was named a recipient of the American Associate of Colleges of Nursing’s (AACN) 2023 Innovations in Professional Nursing Education award.

Kristina Santory, an instructor in the ABSN program
UR Medicine Admits First Cohort, Expands Tuition-Free Nursing Scholars Program

Tuesday, Jun 6, 2023 — To combat the rising nursing shortage in the region, the University of Rochester Medical Center and School of Nursing have announced an expansion of their pioneering UR Nursing Scholars Program.

4 photos of students working with mannequins in the UR Nursing simulation suites and skills lab; INACSL Endorsement logo in the center of the photo.
UR Nursing Earns International Endorsement for Simulation Education

Monday, Jan 23, 2023 — UR Nursing is the first New York nursing school to earn INACSL's endorsement in simulation education.

Nurse Practitioner Programs

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PMHNP Student Spotlight: Kimberlee Bliek

Tuesday, Feb 18, 2025 — A nurse for more than 30 years, Bliek is committed to lifelong learning as she pursues a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree.

Dr. Loretta Ford, founding dean of the University of Rochester School of Nursing
Loretta Ford, UR Nursing Founding Dean Who Transformed the Profession, Dies at 104

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 — Loretta (Lee) Ford — an internationally renowned nurse leader who transformed the nursing profession, was named a member of the National Women’s Hall of Fame, and served as the founding dean of the University of Rochester School of Nursing — died January 22 at the age of 104.

NP student talks to two standardized patient actors in an experiential learning classroom, designed to simulate a patient room.
Creating Safe Spaces: Simulation Training Helps Future NPs Discuss Sexual Health with Empathy, Skill

Friday, Jan 3, 2025 — Clinicians need practice getting comfortable broaching the topic of sexual health. UR Nursing researchers and simulation educators are helping NP students start the conversation.

PhD

Group photo of ENRS participants holding a poster that says "#NursingScience"
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 — Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.

Photo shows two men walking down a snowy sidewalk.
UR Nursing Research Champions Family Caregivers

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 — Family caregivers don’t always receive the care they need for their own health. Here’s how UR Nursing researchers hope to change that.

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PhD Student Lea Brown Receives NEF Scholarship

Tuesday, Oct 8, 2024 — Brown, a researcher and nursing leader with more than 25 years of experience, studies the relationship between nurse competency assessment and patient outcomes.

Diversity

NP student talks to two standardized patient actors in an experiential learning classroom, designed to simulate a patient room.
Creating Safe Spaces: Simulation Training Helps Future NPs Discuss Sexual Health with Empathy, Skill

Friday, Jan 3, 2025 — Clinicians need practice getting comfortable broaching the topic of sexual health. UR Nursing researchers and simulation educators are helping NP students start the conversation.

Photo shows two men walking down a snowy sidewalk.
UR Nursing Research Champions Family Caregivers

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 — Family caregivers don’t always receive the care they need for their own health. Here’s how UR Nursing researchers hope to change that.

HEED Health Professions logo, centered over a photo of the School of Nursing front entrance and flower garden.
UR Nursing Recognized with Top Diversity Award for 8th Consecutive Year

Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 — The School's eighth Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award is a testament to ongoing work being done to incorporate principles of DEI across its education, research, and practice missions.

Doctoral Programs

Group photo of ENRS participants holding a poster that says "#NursingScience"
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 — Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.

Photo of Jahaira Capellan receiving a Presidential Award at the University.
NP Alumni Profile: Jahaira Capellán Improving Family Well-Being Across the Lifespan

Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024 — Family Nurse Practitioner and PhD alumna Jahaira Capellán discusses her career path as a pediatric and primary care researcher for NP Week 2024.

Headshot of Lea Brown in a black shirt
PhD Student Lea Brown Receives NEF Scholarship

Tuesday, Oct 8, 2024 — Brown, a researcher and nursing leader with more than 25 years of experience, studies the relationship between nurse competency assessment and patient outcomes.

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