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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.

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.

Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 — A new study published in JAMA Network Open finds that geriatric nurse practitioners (NPs) helped expand the geriatric workforce and kept the combined geriatric physician and NP workforce on pace with the growth of the older population. It also exposes significant geographic disparities in geriatric healthcare, highlighting that nearly two-thirds of U.S. counties lack specialized geriatric healthcare professionals.

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

Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 — The three-time UR Nursing graduate and anesthesia nurse practitioner has been volunteering with Allergy Advocates New York since her days as a doctoral student.

Monday, Aug 26, 2024 — The 2024 DNP Summit will explore DNP education, practice, and potential contributions through an innovation lens.

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.

Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 — The University of Rochester School of Nursing is excited to announce the launch of its new Master’s Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MDE) program, providing an accelerated pathway for non-nursing college graduates to earn a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Monday, Nov 11, 2024 — Family NP student Nate Schacher ’23N is passionate about sports medicine and veteran health. He shares his career journey for Veterans Day 2024.

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.

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.

Monday, Dec 18, 2023 — A University of Rochester School of Nursing researcher has earned a $2.3 million National Institutes of Nursing Research grant to address stigma and discrimination related to HIV, sexual orientation, and gender expression and improve health outcomes among those who are most disproportionately affected by the HIV epidemic in Ghana.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Friday, Jan 3, 2025 — Haberyan earned national recognition for her work to advance behavioral and mental health, wellness, and disaster response.

Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 — The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.

Monday, Aug 26, 2024 — The 2024 DNP Summit will explore DNP education, practice, and potential contributions through an innovation lens.

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.

Monday, Jan 6, 2025 — E. Katherine Valcin has been named the University of Rochester Medical Center’s (URMC) chief nursing executive and chief nursing officer of Strong Memorial Hospital. She will also serve as assistant dean of clinical practice in the School of Nursing, continuing to bridge clinical care and education.

Friday, Jan 3, 2025 — Haberyan earned national recognition for her work to advance behavioral and mental health, wellness, and disaster response.

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.

Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 — Accelerated nursing programs prepare you for a swift transition into the nursing workforce but the rigorous nature of the program can feel overwhelming at times. By following these tips, you’ll be prepared to tackle the challenges of the program and emerge as a skilled nursing professional.

Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 — The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.

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

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.

Monday, Feb 5, 2024 — John Eaves, MBA, a finance leader with more than 10 years of experience at the University, has been appointed associate dean for finance and operations at the University of Rochester School of Nursing. Eaves has been serving as interim associate dean since September.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 — The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.