Category: Nursing

ANCC awards systems for nurse development programs

On Oct. 29, the American Nurses Credentialing Center recognized nine health systems and healthcare organizations for outstanding nursing continuing professional development interventions. 

New care model lowers length of stay, boosts retention at Providence

Amid an influx of patients and extreme occupational burnout, Providence’s Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas, piloted a virtual nursing model in 2021. Years later, the system has proven the model’s value as it garners retention, length-of-stay a…

Alaska hospital launches virtual nursing, home health programs

Anchorage-based Providence Alaska Medical Center has launched a virtual nursing program and home-based care services.

Press Ganey unveils AI tool to support nurse leaders with Magnet designation

A new AI-powered tool from Press Ganey can save hospitals hours of time spent preparing data while pursuing Magnet recognition, the organization said Oct. 28. 

How automation helps nurses return to the bedside

I have been in health care and worked as a bedside nurse for more than 30 years now. Early in my career a surgeon said to me, “I could have made changes if I had that information sooner. I’ve had 200 people on my operating room table during…

Nurse manager retention: 5 things to know

Nurse manager turnover rates are highest within the first four years of leadership, suggesting a crucial opportunity for health systems to boost retention by investing and supporting nurses who are new to managerial roles, according to a new report fro…

Nurse manager retention: 5 things to know

Nurse manager turnover rates are highest within the first four years of leadership, suggesting a crucial opportunity for health systems to boost retention by investing and supporting nurses who are new to managerial roles, according to a new report fro…

ANA expands 'Reimagining Nursing' initiative

The American Nurses Foundation has allocated $2 million in funding to support nurse-led innovation projections through its Reimagining Nursing initiative. 

How technology can support nurses and improve patient safety [PODCAST]

Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! We welcome Ann-Louise Puopolo, a nurse executive, to discuss the critical issue of the nursing shortage crisis and the impact of burnout and technology fatigue on health c…

How technology can support nurses and improve patient safety [PODCAST]

Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! We welcome Ann-Louise Puopolo, a nurse executive, to discuss the critical issue of the nursing shortage crisis and the impact of burnout and technology fatigue on health c…