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Nursing News

Vicki Rennecker-Nakayoshi and Dr. Midge Bowers

Nursing Saves Lives: A Staff Member’s Story

July 3, 2025

When a staff member at the School of Nursing suffered a sudden heart attack, compassionate care from a ɫ�ش�ý nursing student and continued support from faculty brought home the impact of nursing education and the meaning of community.

Endocrinology Program Fills Gap in Care

July 1, 2025

Dr. Kathryn Kreider highlights innovative programs at ɫ�ش�ý and beyond that train nurse practitioners in advanced diabetes management and general endocrinology, filling a substantial gap in care.

ABSN Student Edward Mandolang sitting at a piano

From Piano to Patient Care

June 25, 2025

A dual background in education and classical music shapes this student’s nursing pathway.

Remembering Dr. Marion E. Broome

June 23, 2025

The following message was sent to members of the ɫ�ش�ý community by Michael V. Relf, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, Dean of the ɫ�ش�ý, Mary T. Champagne Distinguished Professor of Nursing, and Associate Chief Nurse Executive of Academic Partnerships and Innovation, ɫ�ش�ý Health.

JAMA Paper Tackles Emergency Sickle Cell Care

June 17, 2025

A recent ɫ�ش�ý-led study addresses barriers facing patients with sickle cell disease when they arrive at emergency departments.

Older adult studying while using a laptop

Preventing Dementia with Later-Life Learning

June 16, 2025

A study led by Associate Professor Hanzhang Xu yields promising results: continued learning later in life can reduce dementia risk for the entire population, regardless of race/ethnicity or prior education.

Nurses at a flag presentation at a party for members of the 65th General Hospital

ɫ�ش�ý Nurses in the 65th General Hospital

May 23, 2025

A dive into the archives to learn about ɫ�ش�ý nurses’ involvement in World War II.

Nursing Students Earn FNSNA Scholarships

May 7, 2025

Two prelicensure nursing students were selected for a Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association (FNSNA) scholarship—a testament to their academic and extracurricular excellence and commitment to service.

Student's Lifelong Passion for Nursing

May 6, 2025

Charan Reddi's lifelong passion for nursing, inspired by his mother and enriched by his experiences in the Army and at ɫ�ش�ý University, drives his commitment to making a positive impact in the field.

Associate Clinical Professor Dr. Iris Padilla standing in the lobby of the IPEC Building on ɫ�ش�ý Campus

Padilla Chief Nursing Strategic Business OO

May 5, 2025

Dr. Padilla's new role will be pivotal in shaping the strategic direction of nursing services.

Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse with Patient

True Leaders Adult-Gerontology Primary Care

April 28, 2025

The online AGPCNP MSN program at ɫ�ش�ý prepares future nurse leaders to meet the rising demand in adult-gerontology primary care.

Bridging Healthcare and Climate Advocacy

April 21, 2025

KC Ward transitioned from a medical assistant to an environmental advocate, combining her passion for health care and climate advocacy to create healthier communities through the East Coast Greenway Alliance and ɫ�ش�ý Nursing.

DUSON Links Climate and Health

April 21, 2025

A pilot course introducing planetary health curriculum into nursing coursework has been adapted into an interdisciplinary Coursera course for students and faculty across ɫ�ش�ý. The School also held the inaugural Planetary Health Fair to kick off Earth Month.

Michael V Relf Name Dean School of Nursing

Michael Relf Named Dean School Nursing

April 15, 2025

Leader in nursing education and practice has served as interim dean since 2023

Addressing Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence

April 14, 2025

Two DNP projects seek to improve health outcomes for survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence through nurse-led interventions.

DUSON Receives Top Graduate School Rankings

April 8, 2025

The School once again remains highly ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

An African American woman on a surgical table with a respirator mask on.

Disparities in Anesthesia Care

April 3, 2025

New research from the School of Nursing’s Dr. Hideyo Tsumura examines disparities in intraoperative anesthesia care, revealing significant differences in medication use between African American and non-Hispanic white patients during surgery.

Thelma Ingles Award Winner LaDonna Brown

March 31, 2025

Brown is a distinguished graduate of ɫ�ش�ý, recognized with the 2024 Thelma Ingles Award for her excellence in clinical expertise, scholarly activities, and commitment to improving adult and gerontological primary care.

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