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A Solution to Student Nurse Clinical Rotation Cancellations: Online Clinical Replacement Simulation Program by NovEx and Dr. Patricia Benner

Mon March 16, 2020

Presented in partnership with NovEx and the California Simulation Alliance

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced universities and colleges to cancel student nurse clinical rotations and mandate online-only instruction.  Without completing this requisite, student nurses risk failing to graduate.  This will have a significant impact on the workforce and institutions that rely on these graduates to fill vacancies.

New! Check Out Our Infographic on The Impact and Importance of Nursing

Sat November 2, 2019

 

So, in today’s terms, what is a nurse?

Today’s generation of nurses are making a big difference for patients, communities, and our national health care environment.  Nurses focus on promoting, protecting, and optimizing the health and well-being of their patients through direct patient care, science, and health policy. 

The HealthImpact Difference

 

We are pleased to share our new brochure highlighting The HealthImpact Difference.

For the past 18 years, HealthImpact has brought together leaders in nursing, academia, and policy to ensure that nursing stays ahead of the changes in the profession. 

Increasing Primary Care Capacity – Findings Released – August 2019

Mon August 5, 2019

Based on findings from a survey and focus groups of educators, nurses, and employers, this report offers educational institutions evidenced-based recommendations to prepare RNs for the primary care of the future, with a particular focus on addressing the social determinants of health and caring for patients as part of interprofessional teams.

Journal Articles Highlight Impact, Success of RN Transition Programs

Tue September 22, 2015

RN Transition Programs provide clear guidelines for preparing nurses to work in settings in which they will be needed. The programs are designed to increase newly graduated RNs’ confidence and competence, thus increasing their employability. They differ from traditional new graduate bridging programs in that they are offered through a school of nursing, which partners with one or more practice settings to provide clinical experiences.