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RI's nursing home staffing law isn't being enforced. Now there's a new federal mandate.

The federal government is imposing new staffing standards on nursing homes, like Rhode Island tried to do in 2021. read more

Nursing Pathway Program Funded at SCTCC

St. Cloud Technical and Community College is ready to start the Licensed Practical Nursing Career Grant Pathway Program after the college received $950,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending. read more

Jennifer Stone: From Disney’s ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ to Becoming an ER Nurse

Actor Jennifer Stone may be best known for playing the role of Harper Finkle in the hit Disney series 'Wizards of Waverly Place,' but today she’s enjoying a second career as an ER nurse – all while ... read more

How To Become An Emergency Room Nurse

If the fast-paced environment of an ER seems like the ideal space for your calling as a nurse, read on to learn how to become an emergency room nurse, including required skills, degrees and ... read more

Antioch high school student "revived" after being given Narcan by school nurse

An Antioch high school student was given Narcan after an apparent overdose on Tuesday while at school, the Antioch Unified School District said. The district said a Deer Valley High School student was ... read more

I’m a hospice nurse — here are 6 wild deathbed behaviors I’ve seen

A 41-year-old hospice nurse named Julie McFadden from Los Angeles, California shared a video on YouTube talking about a few common behaviors she has observed in people on their deathbeds. Since being ... read more

Nursing homes must meet minimum federal staffing levels under Biden rule

The new rule mandates registered nurses and aides around the clock. An expert called it "the most important nursing home reform in decades." ... read more

The ultimate guide on how to become a pediatric nurse

Becoming a pediatric nurse is one of the most fulfilling career paths for aspiring health care professionals. You have the opportunity to work and care for infants, children, adolescents up to 18 ... read more

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital nurse named colleague of the month

Jason Garrett, a nurse at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, is being honored for prioritizing safety in patient care and remaining calm in stressful situations. read more

New federal rule on minimum staffing for nursing homes takes effect

Until now, the only staffing rule for nursing homes has been that they have “sufficient” staff, without specifying what that means. read more

Professional Coach Eva Storey Bridges the Gap Between Nursing Practice and Leadership

Nursing shortages often thrust junior nurses into senior roles before they're ready. Eva Storey provides coaching services to help prepare them ... read more