Nursing Leadership
Friday, Jun 27, 2025
Dean Lisa Kitko Appointed Chair of AHA Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing
As chair-elect, Kitko will lead the council in its advocacy for nursing and cardiovascular and stroke conditions across the lifespan.
Dean Lisa Kitko Appointed Chair of AHA Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing
As chair-elect, Kitko will lead the council in its advocacy for nursing and cardiovascular and stroke conditions across the lifespan.
Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025
UR Nursing, URMC Extend Employee Tuition Grant for Additional 2 Years
The initiative led by the School of Nursing and URMC has covered tuition costs for more than 850 University of Rochester employees.
UR Nursing, URMC Extend Employee Tuition Grant for Additional 2 Years
The initiative led by the School of Nursing and URMC has covered tuition costs for more than 850 University of Rochester employees.
Thursday, Apr 24, 2025
Student Speaker Profile: Rachael Howe, Leadership in Healthcare Systems program
Rachael Howe, BSN, PMH-BC, is an experienced nurse leader graduating from the Leadership in Health Care Systems program at the University of Rochester School of Nursing.
Student Speaker Profile: Rachael Howe, Leadership in Healthcare Systems program
Rachael Howe, BSN, PMH-BC, is an experienced nurse leader graduating from the Leadership in Health Care Systems program at the University of Rochester School of Nursing.
Monday, Mar 17, 2025
CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N
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.
CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N
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.
Monday, Mar 17, 2025
CNL Student Spotlight: Nicole Rossiter
The Clinical Nurse Leader student and URMC nurse hopes to be a champion of positive change, quality improvement, and patient safety.
CNL Student Spotlight: Nicole Rossiter
The Clinical Nurse Leader student and URMC nurse hopes to be a champion of positive change, quality improvement, and patient safety.
Friday, Jan 3, 2025
April Haberyan Named Distinguished Fellow of National Academies of Practice
Haberyan earned national recognition for her work to advance behavioral and mental health, wellness, and disaster response.
April Haberyan Named Distinguished Fellow of National Academies of Practice
Haberyan earned national recognition for her work to advance behavioral and mental health, wellness, and disaster response.
Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024
UR Nursing Celebrates Fall Convocation, Recognizes Top Scholars
The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.
UR Nursing Celebrates Fall Convocation, Recognizes Top Scholars
The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.
Monday, Aug 26, 2024
Announcing UR Nursing's 9th Annual DNP Summit: Innovation & Inspiration
The 2024 DNP Summit will explore DNP education, practice, and potential contributions through an innovation lens.
Announcing UR Nursing's 9th Annual DNP Summit: Innovation & Inspiration
The 2024 DNP Summit will explore DNP education, practice, and potential contributions through an innovation lens.
Thursday, Aug 15, 2024
Lydia Rotondo Named Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
Rotondo was recognized for her work as a leader and advocate in nursing education, academic innovation, and DNP scholarship and curriculum development.
Lydia Rotondo Named Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
Rotondo was recognized for her work as a leader and advocate in nursing education, academic innovation, and DNP scholarship and curriculum development.
Wednesday, Jul 17, 2024
Seven UR Nursing Alumni, Faculty Recognized as Top Diversity Leaders by NBNA
The National Black Nurses Association recognized several UR Nursing alumni in its inaugural class of Academic Diversity Leaders in Nursing.
Seven UR Nursing Alumni, Faculty Recognized as Top Diversity Leaders by NBNA
The National Black Nurses Association recognized several UR Nursing alumni in its inaugural class of Academic Diversity Leaders in Nursing.
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024
Faculty Q&A: Craig Sellers, PhD, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GNP-BC, FAANP
As he prepares for retirement, Craig Sellers, PhD, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GNP-BC, FAANP, hopes to have inspired his students to be thoughtful, curious, and caring clinicians.
Faculty Q&A: Craig Sellers, PhD, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GNP-BC, FAANP
As he prepares for retirement, Craig Sellers, PhD, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GNP-BC, FAANP, hopes to have inspired his students to be thoughtful, curious, and caring clinicians.
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024
Faculty Q&A: Karen Stein, PhD, RN, FAAN
As she prepares for retirement, Karen Stein, PhD, RN, FAAN, hopes to leave her legacy of commitment to the nursing discipline and high-quality nursing research.
Faculty Q&A: Karen Stein, PhD, RN, FAAN
As she prepares for retirement, Karen Stein, PhD, RN, FAAN, hopes to leave her legacy of commitment to the nursing discipline and high-quality nursing research.
Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024
Join the UR School of Nursing in Celebrating National Nurses Week
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.
Join the UR School of Nursing in Celebrating National Nurses Week
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, Apr 8, 2024
UR Nursing Lands at No. 21 in National Ranking of Master’s Programs
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 21 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2024-25 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.
UR Nursing Lands at No. 21 in National Ranking of Master’s Programs
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 21 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2024-25 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.
Wednesday, Mar 20, 2024
Celebrating Our CNLs: Adrianne Edlund
Edlund hopes to further her impact and be an agent of change in her role as a director of nursing and longtime cardiac nurse.
Celebrating Our CNLs: Adrianne Edlund
Edlund hopes to further her impact and be an agent of change in her role as a director of nursing and longtime cardiac nurse.
Wednesday, Mar 20, 2024
Celebrating Our CNLs: Amanda Welter '16N
The pediatric ICU nurse's interest in improving patient care quality led her toward a path as a Clinical Nurse Leader.
Celebrating Our CNLs: Amanda Welter '16N
The pediatric ICU nurse's interest in improving patient care quality led her toward a path as a Clinical Nurse Leader.
Friday, Mar 8, 2024
Student Spotlight: Victoria Thomas, Former Dental Hygienist, Finds New Path in Health Care Leadership
Thomas' career started at the front office of her father's dentistry practice. Now, as a master's student, she's forging a new path in health care leadership.
Student Spotlight: Victoria Thomas, Former Dental Hygienist, Finds New Path in Health Care Leadership
Thomas' career started at the front office of her father's dentistry practice. Now, as a master's student, she's forging a new path in health care leadership.
Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024
Alumni Profile: Joseph Escobar Making the Most of Manager Role at Excellus
After completing UR Nursing's leadership master's program, the pediatric nurse and U.S. Army veteran took on a leadership role at Excellus BCBS.
Alumni Profile: Joseph Escobar Making the Most of Manager Role at Excellus
After completing UR Nursing's leadership master's program, the pediatric nurse and U.S. Army veteran took on a leadership role at Excellus BCBS.
Friday, Jan 26, 2024
UR Nursing, Medical Center Extend Free Tuition Program for Employees
The University of Rochester School of Nursing, in partnership with nursing practice at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), has extended a free tuition program for UR nurses for another year. The grant supplements employee tuition benefits to provide 100 percent tuition coverage in select bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced certificate programs.
UR Nursing, Medical Center Extend Free Tuition Program for Employees
The University of Rochester School of Nursing, in partnership with nursing practice at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), has extended a free tuition program for UR nurses for another year. The grant supplements employee tuition benefits to provide 100 percent tuition coverage in select bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced certificate programs.
Friday, Jan 12, 2024
Three UR Nursing Faculty Members Named Distinguished Fellows of National Academies of Practice
Three UR Nursing faculty members have been honored for their contributions to health care practice, research, education, and public policy.
Three UR Nursing Faculty Members Named Distinguished Fellows of National Academies of Practice
Three UR Nursing faculty members have been honored for their contributions to health care practice, research, education, and public policy.
Friday, Nov 10, 2023
UR Nursing Recognized by AACN as Leader in Educational Innovation
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.
UR Nursing Recognized by AACN as Leader in Educational Innovation
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, Sep 19, 2023
Alumni Spotlight: Evelyn Santos is Breaking Barriers in Mental Health Care
As lead nurse at the Lazos Fuertes Clinic and a UR Nursing alumna, Santos is a champion of health equity for Rochester's Hispanic and Latino community.
Alumni Spotlight: Evelyn Santos is Breaking Barriers in Mental Health Care
As lead nurse at the Lazos Fuertes Clinic and a UR Nursing alumna, Santos is a champion of health equity for Rochester's Hispanic and Latino community.
Thursday, Jun 15, 2023
Professor Margaret-Ann Carno to Lead American Thoracic Society's Nursing Assembly
Professor Margaret-Ann Carno looks forward to lifting up future nursing leaders as she begins her term as chair-elect of the ATS Nursing Assembly.
Professor Margaret-Ann Carno to Lead American Thoracic Society's Nursing Assembly
Professor Margaret-Ann Carno looks forward to lifting up future nursing leaders as she begins her term as chair-elect of the ATS Nursing Assembly.
Tuesday, Apr 25, 2023
UR Nursing Ranks in Top 25 for Best Graduate Schools
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 22 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.
UR Nursing Ranks in Top 25 for Best Graduate Schools
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 22 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.
Monday, Apr 17, 2023
Alumnus Michael Hasselberg to Deliver UR Nursing 2023 Graduation Speech
Michael Hasselberg ’07N (MS) ’13N (PhD), UR Medicine's chief digital health officer and a psychiatric nurse practitioner, will deliver the 2023 School of Nursing Graduation Ceremony speech on May 12.
Alumnus Michael Hasselberg to Deliver UR Nursing 2023 Graduation Speech
Michael Hasselberg ’07N (MS) ’13N (PhD), UR Medicine's chief digital health officer and a psychiatric nurse practitioner, will deliver the 2023 School of Nursing Graduation Ceremony speech on May 12.
Monday, Jan 30, 2023
Reflections on UR Nursing's Poverty Simulation
Students and faculty reflect on the UR School of Nursing's poverty simulation.
Reflections on UR Nursing's Poverty Simulation
Students and faculty reflect on the UR School of Nursing's poverty simulation.
Tuesday, Jan 24, 2023
Nursing's Frontier: Rising to the Profession's Challenges, Lisa Kitko Glimpses the Future
UR Nursing's new dean, Lisa Kitko, discusses nursing's future, her research, and her passion for fixing things.
Nursing's Frontier: Rising to the Profession's Challenges, Lisa Kitko Glimpses the Future
UR Nursing's new dean, Lisa Kitko, discusses nursing's future, her research, and her passion for fixing things.
Tuesday, Feb 8, 2022
UR School of Nursing, Medical Center Extend Free Tuition Program for Employees
The University of Rochester School of Nursing, in partnership with nursing practice at the University of Rochester Medical Center, has extended a free tuition program for UR nurses for another two years. The UR School of Nursing Tuition Grant supplements UR employee tuition benefits to provide 100 percent tuition coverage in select bachelor’s, master’s, and post-master’s programs.
UR School of Nursing, Medical Center Extend Free Tuition Program for Employees
The University of Rochester School of Nursing, in partnership with nursing practice at the University of Rochester Medical Center, has extended a free tuition program for UR nurses for another two years. The UR School of Nursing Tuition Grant supplements UR employee tuition benefits to provide 100 percent tuition coverage in select bachelor’s, master’s, and post-master’s programs.
Wednesday, Jan 26, 2022
Professor Emerita Jean Johnson Passes Away
Jean Johnson, a renowned nursing leader who contributed groundbreaking work on sharing information with patients to help them cope with illness, died Jan. 23. She was 96. A professor emerita at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, former associate director of nursing oncology at the University’s Cancer Center, and clinical chief of oncology nursing at Strong Memorial Hospital, she devoted her nearly 50-year career to nursing practice, education, research, and advocacy for research and professional practice.
Professor Emerita Jean Johnson Passes Away
Jean Johnson, a renowned nursing leader who contributed groundbreaking work on sharing information with patients to help them cope with illness, died Jan. 23. She was 96. A professor emerita at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, former associate director of nursing oncology at the University’s Cancer Center, and clinical chief of oncology nursing at Strong Memorial Hospital, she devoted her nearly 50-year career to nursing practice, education, research, and advocacy for research and professional practice.
Wednesday, Dec 22, 2021
Brophy, DeLucia Tabbed as New Assistant Deans
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has added two assistant deans to its leadership team. Lisa Brophy, EdD, RN, MSBA, CNE, and Carla DeLucia, EdD, have been named assistant deans for education and student affairs, respectively. Both report directly to Lydia Rotondo, DNP, RN, CNS, FNAP, associate dean for education and student affairs.
Brophy, DeLucia Tabbed as New Assistant Deans
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has added two assistant deans to its leadership team. Lisa Brophy, EdD, RN, MSBA, CNE, and Carla DeLucia, EdD, have been named assistant deans for education and student affairs, respectively. Both report directly to Lydia Rotondo, DNP, RN, CNS, FNAP, associate dean for education and student affairs.
Thursday, Sep 23, 2021
Kathy Rideout to Step Down as Dean of School of Nursing
Kathy Rideout, who sparked a period of growth and renewed prominence at the University of Rochester School of Nursing in more than a decade as dean, will step down as the school’s top leader effective June 30. A member of the UR School of Nursing faculty for more than 35 years, Rideout was officially installed as the school’s fifth dean in 2012 after serving in an interim capacity the previous year. A committee led by Eli Eliav, DMD, PhD, director of the Eastman Institute for Oral Health, will soon launch a national search for a new dean.
Kathy Rideout to Step Down as Dean of School of Nursing
Kathy Rideout, who sparked a period of growth and renewed prominence at the University of Rochester School of Nursing in more than a decade as dean, will step down as the school’s top leader effective June 30. A member of the UR School of Nursing faculty for more than 35 years, Rideout was officially installed as the school’s fifth dean in 2012 after serving in an interim capacity the previous year. A committee led by Eli Eliav, DMD, PhD, director of the Eastman Institute for Oral Health, will soon launch a national search for a new dean.
Tuesday, Nov 17, 2020
Spotlight on: Helen Thompson-Scott, CNM
Helene Thompson-Scott, CNM, is passionate about women’s health. She didn’t know much about midwives until she became a friend’s birth partner at a midwife-run birthing center. That’s when she was introduced to her true calling.
Spotlight on: Helen Thompson-Scott, CNM
Helene Thompson-Scott, CNM, is passionate about women’s health. She didn’t know much about midwives until she became a friend’s birth partner at a midwife-run birthing center. That’s when she was introduced to her true calling.
Monday, May 13, 2019
Celebrating 2019 School of Nursing Graduates
This May, we celebrate University of Rochester School of Nursing degree candidates from our undergraduate and graduate programs.
Celebrating 2019 School of Nursing Graduates
This May, we celebrate University of Rochester School of Nursing degree candidates from our undergraduate and graduate programs.
Wednesday, Dec 19, 2018
School of Nursing Offering Full Tuition Coverage to UR Employees for Select Programs
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has announced a new pilot program supporting the ongoing education of University of Rochester employees. The UR School of Nursing Tuition Grant will supplement the University’s existing employee tuition benefits to cover the full cost of tuition for UR employees who apply and enroll as new students in select degree programs between the spring 2019 and summer 2020 semesters.
School of Nursing Offering Full Tuition Coverage to UR Employees for Select Programs
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has announced a new pilot program supporting the ongoing education of University of Rochester employees. The UR School of Nursing Tuition Grant will supplement the University’s existing employee tuition benefits to cover the full cost of tuition for UR employees who apply and enroll as new students in select degree programs between the spring 2019 and summer 2020 semesters.
Monday, Jul 9, 2018
Lydia Rotondo Selected to Participate in AACN Leadership Program
Lydia D. Rotondo, associate dean for education and student affairs at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was recently chosen as one of 49 nursing faculty from across the nation to participate in the 2018 American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Leadership for Academic Nursing Program.
Lydia Rotondo Selected to Participate in AACN Leadership Program
Lydia D. Rotondo, associate dean for education and student affairs at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was recently chosen as one of 49 nursing faculty from across the nation to participate in the 2018 American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Leadership for Academic Nursing Program.
Monday, Apr 16, 2018
Ciurzynski Elected Distinguished Fellow of National Academy of Practice in Nursing
Susan Ciurzynski, PhD, RN-BC, MS, PNP, VCE, has been elected as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academy of Practice (NAP) in Nursing, recognizing her outstanding achievements in nearly 30 years as a clinician and educator.
Ciurzynski Elected Distinguished Fellow of National Academy of Practice in Nursing
Susan Ciurzynski, PhD, RN-BC, MS, PNP, VCE, has been elected as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academy of Practice (NAP) in Nursing, recognizing her outstanding achievements in nearly 30 years as a clinician and educator.
Wednesday, Mar 21, 2018
UR School of Nursing 2018 Commencement Speaker Announced
Margaret Grey, DrPH, RN, FAAN, former dean and current Annie W. Goodrich Professor Nursing at the Yale School of Nursing, will deliver the commencement address at the University of Rochester School of Nursing graduation ceremony on Friday, May 18 at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre.
UR School of Nursing 2018 Commencement Speaker Announced
Margaret Grey, DrPH, RN, FAAN, former dean and current Annie W. Goodrich Professor Nursing at the Yale School of Nursing, will deliver the commencement address at the University of Rochester School of Nursing graduation ceremony on Friday, May 18 at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre.
Sunday, Mar 18, 2018
Alumni Profile: Patty Bellohusen Charts Her Own Path As a CNL
After surviving breast cancer and graduating with a Clinical Nurse Leader degree, Patricia Bellohusen’s skill set didn’t quite fit in any traditional mold. But her determination and forward-thinking approach led her to a new calling at Wilmot Cancer Institute’s Survivorship Program.
Alumni Profile: Patty Bellohusen Charts Her Own Path As a CNL
After surviving breast cancer and graduating with a Clinical Nurse Leader degree, Patricia Bellohusen’s skill set didn’t quite fit in any traditional mold. But her determination and forward-thinking approach led her to a new calling at Wilmot Cancer Institute’s Survivorship Program.
Wednesday, Mar 14, 2018
Alumni to Participate in Certified CNL Day Webinar March 19
Two School of Nursing alumni will speak about their experiences as Clinical Nurse Leaders (CNLs) during a webinar hosted by the Commission on Nurse Certification (CNC).
Alumni to Participate in Certified CNL Day Webinar March 19
Two School of Nursing alumni will speak about their experiences as Clinical Nurse Leaders (CNLs) during a webinar hosted by the Commission on Nurse Certification (CNC).
Tuesday, Jan 24, 2017
URMC Board Honors Three Graduates | UR School of Nursing
URMC Board Honors Three School of Nursing Graduates
URMC Board Honors Three Graduates | UR School of Nursing
URMC Board Honors Three School of Nursing Graduates