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Public Health Nurse: Role, Responsibilities & Career Path

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A public health nurse is critical in improving population health outcomes by educating communities and delivering care. public health nurses served on the frontlines, treating patients and educating them about the virus, tracing their contacts and delivering self-isolation guidance. What Does a Public Health Nurse Do?

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In Case You Missed It: 2025 Penn Nursing Innovation Accelerator Pitch Event!

Penn Nursing

April 29, 2025 On April 15th, Penn Nursing hosted the 2025 Penn Nursing Innovation Accelerator Pitch Event , a dynamic virtual gathering that brought together students, faculty, and healthcare innovators to showcase solutions designed to improve health outcomes and advance equity in care. Couldn’t join us live?

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Empowering Healthcare: ANCC Launches $5 Million Grant Program to Transform Nursing Workforce

Daily Nurse

In a bold move to address the pressing challenges facing the nursing workforce, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) has announced an exciting new initiative to enhance health outcomes across New York State. Grant recipients will be announced in 2025.

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The evolving landscape of nursing leadership

American Nurse

Even before graduating from the DNP program, they have gained experience in improving health outcomes and influencing change. 2025; 20(7). Survey on Vacant Faculty Positions for Academic Year 2024-2025. April 25, 2025. According to an AACN survey, 79.8% American Nurse Journal. Fact sheet: DNP. April 15, 2024.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Alcohol Consumption & the Cancer Connection

The Relentless School Nurse

Ultimately, addressing this preventable cause of cancer has the potential to save countless lives and improve public health outcomes. We can use our unique position and access to students, staff, and families to promote awareness and preventive actions. Resources: Alcohol and Cancer Risk The U.S.

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The Perils and Promise of GLP-1 Medications

Penn Nursing

Sugerman Alumni Notes Class Notes, Spring 2025 In Memoriam, 2025 Spring Download Spring 2025 issue Menu Button The Perils and Promise of GLP-1 Medications How Penn Nursing researchers are ahead of the curve. Story by Madeleine Kates | Illustration by Pete Ryan Spring 2025 Ozempic® and Wegovy®, Mounjaro® and Zepbound®.

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Graduation Season and the Rise of a New Generation of Nurses: A Beacon of Hope Amid a National Shortage

Minority Nurse

They spoke about wanting to serve their communities, to be there for people during their most vulnerable moments, and to advocate for better health outcomes. What struck me most during the pickleball tournament was the sense of hope these students carried.