Nursing

Ensuring sufficient staffing levels in birthing units could help hospitals lower cesarean section rates, according to a study published Jan. 28 in Nursing Outlook.

The mental health of healthcare providers is both fragile and resilient. Providers often face intense patient interactions without the time or training to process their emotions. For instance, after an unsuccessful resuscitation, it’s common to question your effectiveness while at…

Loretta Ford, EdD, RN, an internationally acclaimed nurse, innovator, educator and pioneer, died Jan. 22 at 104.

About a year and a half ago, leaders at St. Louis-based Ascension identified a critical need to revamp nurse preceptor training.

As hospitals evolve over time, their physical layouts often tell the story of their history. Tampa (Fla.) General Hospital, which opened in 1927 on Davis Islands, is no exception.

At Johnson City, Tenn.-based Ballad Health, creating a better nursing work environment is top of mind. To that end, creating a more efficient workspace is a high priority. That's why nurse executives and IT leaders came together to create its…

Denver-based Intermountain Health/Saint Joseph Hospital has had a nurse mentoring program since 2018, but in 2023, it decided to redo everything.

To address pervasive challenges like rising demand for healthcare services, clinician shortages and increased regulatory oversight, some health systems are embracing on-demand workforce models.

As AI-powered platforms enter healthcare, industry leaders told Becker's that involving nurses early in AI implementation discussions can help alleviate concerns and build trust.

A recent study led by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia found that nurse staffing rates are worse in hospitals with the highest percentage of Black patients.