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Inside Jefferson's push to engage retired nurses
Philadelphia-based Jefferson Health is keeping more retired nurses connected to the system through its Nurse Emeritus program. -
ANA's 2023 impact in 10 key numbers
The ANA Enterprise had a tangible influence on the profession last year through its education, advocacy and policy work, according to the organization's 2023 Annual Impact Report. -
'Creative' nurse shifts gain traction at Mercy Health hospital
At Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, Ohio, gone are the traditional scheduling demands for nurses. Instead, nurses get "creative shifts" that fit their needs, Cory Werts, MSN, RN, chief nursing officer for the Lima market, told Becker's. -
Nursing students stuck in licensing limbo after degree scheme
A year after the federal government came down on fraudulent for-profit schools, some students are stuck in licensing limbo, the Miami Herald reported March 17. -
8 likely next in-demand nursing roles, per Tampa General's chief nurse
Healthcare is transforming, and so is the nursing profession. -
Incredible Health Releases Fifth Annual State of Nursing Report, as Incredible Health’s Marketplace Reaches One Million US Nurses and 1,500 US Hospitals
Latest report from Incredible Health reveals 88% of nurses point to staffing shortages negatively impacting patient care -
Nurse managers' 4-day workweeks: How it's going at Mount Sinai
In fall 2022, New York City-based Mount Sinai Health System launched its four-day workweek program for nurse managers. More than a year later, the program continues to improve staff engagement, satisfaction and has become an important retention strategy, Beth Oliver, DNP, RN, chief nurse executive for the system, told Becker's. -
Nursing group issues anesthesia protocols for weight loss medication users
New anesthesia considerations for patients taking anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic has been released by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology. -
NewYork-Presbyterian hospital revives midwifery program after outcry
New York City-based New York-Presbyterian's Allen Hospital launched a revamped midwifery program following outcry from the community and nurses, PoliticoPro reported March 7. -
ANA to revamp Magnet criteria for 1st time in 16 years
The American Nurses Association announced plans March 8 for its American Nurses Enterprise Research Council to begin a review and modernization process of its Magnet designation criteria for hospitals. -
Federal bill would limit mandatory nurse overtime
A bipartisan bill that limits mandatory overtime for nurses, originally proposed in 2020, has been reintroduced. It also shields nurses from retaliation from hospitals if nurses turn down overtime. -
Health systems redouble retention efforts as workforce bounces back
Nurse shortages have plagued healthcare in recent years, but with the workforce showing signs of bouncing back, many leaders are turning their attention to retention over recruitment. -
5 top-paying states, cities for travel nurses
Alaska is the top-paying state for travel nurses, but two of the top-paying cities are in Texas, a March 7 Vivian report found. -
Health systems reshape nurse workflows: 4 trends to know
Health systems are increasingly reimagining nurse responsibilities and workflows in response to staff shortages and high levels of employee burnout, among other challenges. -
NNU slams CDC's decision to end 5-day isolation for COVID-19
National Nurses United, the 225,000 member nursing union, has come out against the CDC's recent walk back of the five-day isolation period once recommended by the federal health agency for people who test positive for COVID-19, the group stated in a March 6 announcement shared with Becker's. -
CoxHealth's international nurse fellowship 1st in US to earn accreditation
The international nurse fellowship program at Springfield, Mo.-based CoxHealth has been accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, making it the first such program in the country with the distinction. -
Minnesota bill would let nurses refuse to care for unsafe patient assignments
A bill currently moving through the Minnesota House of Representatives would allow nurses to refuse to care for patients if they feel it staffing levels are inadequate, and also opt not to take on extra patient assignments if they feel they cannot do so safely. -
Allina plans to establish RN residency
Minneapolis-based Allina Health is tackling the nursing shortage through various long-term initiatives, including improved orientation programs, developing initiatives for nurse leadership and establishing an RN residency program. -
California nurses use billboard to voice opposition to hospital sale
Nurses at Palm Springs, Calif.-based Desert Regional Medical Center launched a billboard campaign against the sale of the hospital to Dallas-based Tenet Healthcare, according to a Feb. 26 National Nurses United news release. -
Nursing group quells concerns as Billings Clinic anesthesia contract expires
Billings (Mont.) Clinic's has moved away from using contracted anesthesia providers to create its own anesthesia department, causing some concern around how the health system will attract physician anesthesiologists.
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