Wellness
Monday, Jul 14, 2025
Rebecca Tucker Named Chief Wellness Officer of UR Medicine Employee Wellness
Rebecca Tucker, PhD, MEd, ACNPC, RN, a distinguished clinician, educator, and researcher, has been appointed chief wellness officer of UR Medicine Employee Wellness.
Rebecca Tucker Named Chief Wellness Officer of UR Medicine Employee Wellness
Rebecca Tucker, PhD, MEd, ACNPC, RN, a distinguished clinician, educator, and researcher, has been appointed chief wellness officer of UR Medicine Employee Wellness.
Friday, Jul 11, 2025
UR Nursing Launches Initiative to Strengthen Youth Mental Healthcare
A federal grant supports Rochester’s School of Nursing and Warner School to prepare mental health professionals to work with youth in under-resourced communities.
UR Nursing Launches Initiative to Strengthen Youth Mental Healthcare
A federal grant supports Rochester’s School of Nursing and Warner School to prepare mental health professionals to work with youth in under-resourced communities.
Thursday, Dec 5, 2024
How to Prevent Nursing Burnout
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.
How to Prevent Nursing Burnout
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
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.
Tuesday, Jan 16, 2024
Beyond Biometrics: The Impact of UR Medicine Employee Wellness
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.
Beyond Biometrics: The Impact of UR Medicine Employee Wellness
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, Dec 14, 2023
Renu Singh, Leader in UR Nursing's Financial Success and Wellness Initiatives, Retires from Associate Dean Role
Singh, the dynamic force behind the School of Nursing's finances and operations for more than 20 years, will remain here as chief executive officer of the UR Medicine Employee Wellness Program.
Renu Singh, Leader in UR Nursing's Financial Success and Wellness Initiatives, Retires from Associate Dean Role
Singh, the dynamic force behind the School of Nursing's finances and operations for more than 20 years, will remain here as chief executive officer of the UR Medicine Employee Wellness Program.
Tuesday, Jul 5, 2022
UR Medicine Center for Employee Wellness Contracts with MVP Health on Corporate Wellness Programs
The UR Medicine Center for Employee Wellness (CEW), created and run by the University of Rochester School of Nursing, recently signed a contract with MVP Health Care, the second largest insurer in the area allowing the CEW to offer wellness services to companies covered by MVP at no out-of-pocket expense to their employees. CEW already has a payer relationship with Excellus and, since its creation, has demonstrated that its wellness programs are effective in improving health and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, thereby reducing avoidable health care expenses due to illness and disease.
UR Medicine Center for Employee Wellness Contracts with MVP Health on Corporate Wellness Programs
The UR Medicine Center for Employee Wellness (CEW), created and run by the University of Rochester School of Nursing, recently signed a contract with MVP Health Care, the second largest insurer in the area allowing the CEW to offer wellness services to companies covered by MVP at no out-of-pocket expense to their employees. CEW already has a payer relationship with Excellus and, since its creation, has demonstrated that its wellness programs are effective in improving health and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, thereby reducing avoidable health care expenses due to illness and disease.
Friday, Mar 18, 2022
UR Medicine Employee Wellness Launches Community-Based Services Through Jordan Health
The UR Medicine Employee Wellness program has launched an initiative to bring its successful wellness offerings to the community.
UR Medicine Employee Wellness Launches Community-Based Services Through Jordan Health
The UR Medicine Employee Wellness program has launched an initiative to bring its successful wellness offerings to the community.
Thursday, Jan 6, 2022
COVID-19 Updates: Spring Courses Moving Online for January
COVID-19 Updates: Spring Courses Moving Online for January
COVID-19 Updates: Spring Courses Moving Online for January
COVID-19 Updates: Spring Courses Moving Online for January
Thursday, Apr 29, 2021
Nurse-Driven Condition Management Programs Effective in Improving Key Health Metrics
Chronic disease management programs led by nurses are effective in improving key health metrics, which may lower an individual’s risk for developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study by University of Rochester School of Nursing researchers.
Nurse-Driven Condition Management Programs Effective in Improving Key Health Metrics
Chronic disease management programs led by nurses are effective in improving key health metrics, which may lower an individual’s risk for developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study by University of Rochester School of Nursing researchers.
Thursday, Aug 13, 2020
Protective Measures in Place for Start of UR School of Nursing’s Academic Year
When the University of Rochester School of Nursing’s 2020-21 academic year begins, things will look a little different in Helen Wood Hall. New school-wide protocols, including mandatory masking, daily health screenings, and changes to the physical setup of classrooms and common areas in the school’s longtime building, have been implemented to ensure the safety of faculty, students, and staff.
Protective Measures in Place for Start of UR School of Nursing’s Academic Year
When the University of Rochester School of Nursing’s 2020-21 academic year begins, things will look a little different in Helen Wood Hall. New school-wide protocols, including mandatory masking, daily health screenings, and changes to the physical setup of classrooms and common areas in the school’s longtime building, have been implemented to ensure the safety of faculty, students, and staff.
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2020
Employee Wellness Team Honored with Meliora Award
Developed by the School of Nursing, the UR Medicine Employee Wellness program was among the honorees receiving the 2020 Meliora Award. The award, presented by the University of Rochester, recognizes staff members whose work performance and dedication during the preceding years exemplify the University's motto, Meliora.
Employee Wellness Team Honored with Meliora Award
Developed by the School of Nursing, the UR Medicine Employee Wellness program was among the honorees receiving the 2020 Meliora Award. The award, presented by the University of Rochester, recognizes staff members whose work performance and dedication during the preceding years exemplify the University's motto, Meliora.
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2019
Wellness That Works: Study Shows Success of UR Employee Wellness Program in Improving Heart Health
A new study by researchers in the UR School of Nursing showed that the UR Medicine Employee Wellness Program has made statistically significant improvement in reducing the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in participants. The study, published in the Journal of Population Health Management, found that nearly 50 percent of those who were at moderate to very high risk for CVD at the start of the program and participated in the program for at least one year were able to lower their 10-year CVD risk, with nearly one-third improving by an entire risk category.
Wellness That Works: Study Shows Success of UR Employee Wellness Program in Improving Heart Health
A new study by researchers in the UR School of Nursing showed that the UR Medicine Employee Wellness Program has made statistically significant improvement in reducing the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in participants. The study, published in the Journal of Population Health Management, found that nearly 50 percent of those who were at moderate to very high risk for CVD at the start of the program and participated in the program for at least one year were able to lower their 10-year CVD risk, with nearly one-third improving by an entire risk category.
Wednesday, Mar 27, 2019
UR School of Nursing to Host Training Seminar on Administering Epinephrine
The University of Rochester School of Nursing will host “Epi Near You, New York,” a free epinephrine training seminar, presented by the Allergy Advocacy Association, on Monday, April 1, at 7 pm, in the School of Nursing Auditorium.
UR School of Nursing to Host Training Seminar on Administering Epinephrine
The University of Rochester School of Nursing will host “Epi Near You, New York,” a free epinephrine training seminar, presented by the Allergy Advocacy Association, on Monday, April 1, at 7 pm, in the School of Nursing Auditorium.
Tuesday, Nov 27, 2018
DeMott Named Director of Passport Health
Amy DeMott, an experienced clinical program manager and health care administrator, was recently named director of Passport Health at the University of Rochester School of Nursing.
DeMott Named Director of Passport Health
Amy DeMott, an experienced clinical program manager and health care administrator, was recently named director of Passport Health at the University of Rochester School of Nursing.
Tuesday, Feb 13, 2018
Renu Singh Named a 'Woman of Excellence'
Rochester Business Journal has named Renu Singh, MS, senior associate dean of operations at the School of Nursing and CEO of UR Medicine’s Center for Employee Wellness, to its inaugural class of Women of Excellence Award recipients.
Renu Singh Named a 'Woman of Excellence'
Rochester Business Journal has named Renu Singh, MS, senior associate dean of operations at the School of Nursing and CEO of UR Medicine’s Center for Employee Wellness, to its inaugural class of Women of Excellence Award recipients.
Tuesday, Apr 18, 2017
Passport Health Clinic Wins International Award | University of Rochester School of Nursing
Passport Health Clinic at UR School of Nursing Wins International Award
Passport Health Clinic Wins International Award | University of Rochester School of Nursing
Passport Health Clinic at UR School of Nursing Wins International Award