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To combat a primary care shortage, the National Institute for Health Care Reform suggests payment overhauls and expanding APNs' scope of practice.
ANA’s lead book of 2011, NDNQI Case Studies in Nursing Quality Improvement, has been recognized as a 2011 AJN Book of the Year in the Professional Development and Issues category.
For the 12th year, nurses were voted the most trusted profession in America in Gallup’s annual survey that ranks professions based on their honesty and ethical standards.
Looking for more guidance on safely and appropriately using social media tools? The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) can help you.
According to the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, a new comprehensive agenda intended to guide critical care research has been created.
A number of projects under the auspices of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Interdisciplinary Nursing Quality Research Initiative (INQRI) are specifically looking at interventions to help nurses prevent errors and keep patients safe.
The Liver Transplant Program at Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital has been recognized as the best liver transplant program in the country, based on data recently released by the Scientific Registry for Transplant Patients.
Chevron and Texas Children's Hospital announced a $6 million, 5-year agreement to expand the hospital's Global Health Corps program that provides life-saving pediatric health care, treatment and training to the most medically underserved populations
In a distinction based on data analysis and review, four Memorial Hermann campuses were the only Houston hospitals named on a list of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by Thomson Reuters.
Methodist Charlton Medical Center recently held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting for its new Intermediate Care Unit, adding a new level of comprehensive care for patients of the hospital.
CSRHS named a Top Improver Award by Press Ganey Associates. Press Ganey currently partners with more than 10,000 facilities to measure and improve the quality of care that providers deliver to patients and improve the overall health care experience.
A Humorous First Person Account of How to Survive a Hospital Stay and Escape with Your Life, Dignity and a Sense of Humor.
The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses has recognized Karen P. Langston, MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, of Texas Health Harris Methodist for her commitment to promoting the health of women and newborns through nursing education.
May 16, 2012 in Fort Worth
Nurses on the Skin Care Committee at Texas Health Presbyterian earned the title of ADVANCE for Nurses' Best Nursing Team 2012. Read more about their work and meet the runners-up nursing teams throughout the South.
May 13, 2012 in Dallas
The Association of periOperative RNs (AORN) has appointed Joy Don Baker, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, CNOR, NEA-BC editor-in-chief of AORN Journal. Baker succeeds Patricia C. Seifert, MSN, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, CRCST, who is retiring after 4 years as editor.
May 3, 2012
On September 20-21, Texas Nurses Association will host its 12th Annual Nursing Leadership Conference. Spend two days gaining perspective and insight about the issues and challenges of a health care environment in transition.
Three Texas hospitals recently received Magnet designation for excellence in nursing services by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®. Approximately 7% of U.S. hospitals have achieved Magnet status.
Apr 7, 2012
A link to a calendar of Emergency Nursing Pediatric Courses in Texas from the Texas Emergency Nurses Association website. Courses are subject to change, please contact the Course Director for more information.
Mar 8, 2012
D Magazine, in partnership with the Health Industry Council, held its inaugural Excellence in Nursing awards reception to honor nurses who have made a difference in the lives of their patients and colleagues.
Feb 23, 2012 in Dallas (2 Comments)
Texas Health has been recognized by Healthcare Informatics with an Innovator Award. One of 13 organizations recognized, Texas Health received the award for the work accomplished by a team of nurses to streamline nurse workflow and documentation.
Jan 31, 2012 in Fort Worth (1 Comments)
A link to the calendar of Trauma Nursing Core Courses on the TENA website. Courses are subject to change, please contact the Course Director for more information.
Feb 4, 2012
The University of Texas at Tyler’s online graduate and doctoral nursing programs have received national recognition from U.S. News & World Report, Dr. Linda Klotz, College of Nursing and Health Sciences dean, announced.
Jan 29, 2012
Update your knowledge, refine your skills or learn something new at the best conference for nurses who care for high acuity and critically ill patients and their families. Six days of learning and networking.
Micaela "Mike" Buecher RN CCTC from San Antonio, Texas was selected for the Excellence Award this year. The award was presented at a celebration coordinated by Shannon McCloskey and the ITNS San Antonio Chapter.
Dec 17, 2011 in San Antonio
Kathleen R. Stevens, EdD, MS, RN, ANEF, FAAN, receives The Baxter International Foundation's 2011 Episteme Award in recognition of her multi-faceted approach to evidence-based quality improvement that combines research, education and practice.
Oct 15, 2011 in San Antonio
A newly revised Spanish language medication tracking tool, “Su medicamento: Infórmese. Evite riesgos.” (“Your Medicine: Be Smart. Be Safe.”), is now available from AHRQ.
Sep 19, 2011
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is offering a self-study guide and reference manual for clinicians and other public health professionals caring for people with or at high risk for TB disease or infection.
Oct 6, 2011
The National Association of School Nurses has posted helpful new links to Diabetes Resources available for your practice.
Sep 18, 2011
This video focuses on a round table discussion with a remarkable group of nursing school graduates from the UTMB Class of 1951, who call themselves '”The Might 10”.
January 13, 2012
More than 3,000 babies are born here every year. "It is because of the true quality care," says Amy Hailey, Director of Women & Infants Health at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth.
December 19, 2011
John Vo, RN, of Methodist Dallas Medical Center discusses life beyond bedside nursing and opportunities for nursing career growth at Methodist Health System in North Texas.
December 19, 2011
This video was created as a hand hygiene initiative at Driscoll Children's Hospital. It was designed to educate and motivate the staff with an upbeat and catchy tune that serves as a reminder for proper hand washing and cleansing techniques.
January 10, 2012
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board has approved a new master's degree program in Clinical Nurse Leadership for the School of Nursing at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
December 19, 2011
Nursing students practice their skills on mannequins and each other in the Nursing Skills Lab.
December 18, 2011
Second Life is a 3-D user-created online virtual world. More than 14 million people have used Second Life at one point in time, and many nursing schools are using Second Life for distance education.
August 31, 2011
The Original Mud Run is a combination of regular citizens, Civil Servants, companies, teams, colleges and some military personnel competing through a series of boot camp styled obstacles that have been surrounded by (or consist entirely of) mud.
December 18, 2011
Social media use is ubiquitous, but inappropriate posts by nurses have resulted in licensure and legal repercussions. NCSBN has developed guidelines for nurses and nursing students for using social media responsibly.
January 8, 2012
