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School earns Society for Simulation in Healthcare accreditationAccredited through 2029
Transforming nursing education through artificial intelligenceAI is transforming nursing education and the School is leading the way, incorporating emerging technologies in the classroom and clinical settings
Technology and Innovation team receives INACSL awardRecognized for exceptional dedication to simulation implementation
Simulation shapes nursing educationEmerging technologies are helping to provide innovative student experiences
Inside UABSON’s Nursing Competencies SuitesProviding engaging experiences with innovative simulation
Watts recognized for leadership during pandemicReceives inaugural INACSL award for ‘work above and beyond the call of duty’
UABSON WHOCC launches new webinar seriesFree, on-demand webinars share faculty’s diabetes, cancer expertise
Combs named to AACN Digital AcademyAACN initiative promotes digital learning, innovation
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Telehealth fair provides skills, experienceStudents gain critical clinical hours, hands-on experience with telehealth equipment
Using innovation to sustain excellenceInnovative thinking and state of the art technology enables UAB School of Nursing to sustain excellence across its tripartite mission
Course is back to basics for rural NPsTraining based upon graduate clinical course and teaches much-used skills for rural primary care NPs
20 minutes of chaosDisaster simulation prepares pediatric nurse practitioners for new role
Reimagining academic nursingSchool utilizes evolving technology, creates new opportunities to learn, collaborate and provide care
Inclusive approaches to teachingMSN students learn to treat, manage growing issue of neonatal abstinence syndrome
Celebrating innovative ideasFirst Innovation Challenge sees high participation, innovative teaching practices
UAB SON launches podcastChannel features discussions from Clinical Pearls interviews
Collaboration. Creativity. Coffee.Monthly faculty meetup encourages innovation in the classroom
Expanding collaboration in JamaicaResearch, education part of expanding partnership at sister WHO Collaborating Center
Forging the Future of NursingA new building is only the beginning for UAB School of Nursing
Interdisciplinary innovation recognizedUAB Solution Studios was recognized as the Interdisciplinary Initiative of the year.
Second-year PhD student wins research awardWells wins competition at American Association of Heart Failure Nurses meeting
Grant to fund bleeding control educationMulti-school, grant-funded initiative will help spread bleeding control training across Birmingham.
SON, AirMed enter partnershipPartnership with AirMed international prepares health care professionals through simulation, training
See a 360-degree tour of new competency suitesView the state-of-the-art nursing competency suites in a 360-degree video tour.
$2.8M grant will establish primary care RN workforceProject focuses on medically underserved areas and includes building and educating undergraduate students, practicing RNs in team-focused primary care
PhD students support nursing workforceAnusiewicz and Prapanjaroensin earn scholarships to improve nursing practice
PhD student awarded ACS scholarshipSullivan earns scholarship to support research to enhance pediatric oncology nursing in resource-limited countries, hospitals
Second-year PhD student earns prestigious scholarshipPhD student Wells honored by Heart Failure Nurses
Jablonski improving quality of care$1.7 million grant providing oral hygiene training for nursing home staff to improve care for patients with cognitive issues
First-year PhD student earns national honorsStockdill honored by Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation, Heart Failure Society of America
22 recognized at UAB honors convocationCelebrating prestigious awards, honors and scholarships
Alumni team up against opioidsLangner and White awarded for innovative ideas at InnoHack 2018
Impacting Alabama's health careSchool has been at forefront of expansion of nurse practitioner role in the state
Emergency NP subspecialty now enrollingStudents who complete required courses eligible to sit for the Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) certification exam
School, BVAMC leading Veterans' health careNew Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency increases impact, scope of unique Veterans' initiative, joins three other Veterans' health care initiatives
Creating reliable examsOctober 27, School hosting mini-conference on test construction and analysis for nurse educators
Understanding cardiac outcomesKirklin Institute internship preparing PhD student Vo to be research nursing leader
Alumna shines at sim conferenceParodi recognized for project involving U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force scientists
Innovative 'Pharmily Pheud' a hitVersion of TV game show helps psych mental health NP students learn psychopharmacology content
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers excel in AMNP programExperiences abroad help Nieuwenhuys, Strawn succeed in School's accelerated master's curriculum
AMNP students get real-world look at harsh realities of life for vulnerable populationsUnique approach to community health clinicals enhances meaning, creativity
Community nursing course offers students unique opportunity to impact Birmingham's homeless populationSchool partners with One Roof for annual Point in Time homeless community census
Enriching educational and professional development experiences for UAB nurse anesthesia studentsAmy Neimkin believes in giving time, resources to benefit next generation of CRNAs
UAB School of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia experiencing great successImprovement in first-time board pass rates, transition to BSN-to-DNP status highlight significant accomplishments, developments of CRNA program
It takes a villagePresentation on Jan. 31 will spotlight UAB School of Nursing's efforts to care for Jefferson County's most vulnerable medical populations
Breaking down more barriers to health careExpanded partnership with Aletheia House will provide increased access to medically underserved populations in Bessemer
UAB School of Nursing alumna Lenz-Norman shines at SINITwo-time graduate makes her mark at nation's premier nursing informatics gathering
Shipman article selected by The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing for Innovation AwardPublication, co-authored by fellow UAB School of Nursing faculty and alumna, offers innovative approaches to nursing education that can significantly impact disaster responses
PhD student Bail receives coveted ACS awardGoal of research project is to guide development of future cognitive interventions for breast cancer survivors
School changes application portal for MSN, DNP programsTransition to ApplyYourself (AY) begins May 2016
Waldrop climbed ladder quickly in MHNP Residency ProgramMade transition from resident in the School to VA co-director in less than three years
UAB School of Nursing partnerships with VA, veterans continue to flourishStrong relationships producing health care professionals who are well prepared to identify and care for veterans wherever they are
Peer tutoring program ensures students reach fullest potentialSessions help increase knowledge base, student confidence
Learning the nursing ropes early helps breed successPotential nursing students offered career, college guidance through tailored freshman course
Nichols turns to Nightingale letters for teaching inspirationAssociate professor working to enhance use of unique collection in School of Nursing curricula
UAB School of Nursing MSN Program ranked 15th nationally, DNP Program 18thFirst-time ever U.S. News has ranked DNP Programs; Two master's specialties also ranked
Primary Care Scholars Program provides Vise 'great opportunity'Nurse practitioner, 2015 MSN graduate achieving career goal with work in rural health care
Successfully leading transitional care innovationsThree nurse-managed clinics provide care for those with diabetes and heart failure, and Veterans with mental health needs
Immersive simulations a priority in the UAB School of NursingStudents receive important hands-on training in fun, safe setting
UAB nurse anesthesia students present to statewide organizationBonner, Pickett invited to speak at Alabama Association of Nurse Anesthetists gathering
School of Nursing students honored by UAB National Alumni SocietySeven among those receiving 2015-2016 scholarship awards
Gebhart experiences early successSpring 2015 DNP graduate is published, makes first podium presentation
School of Nursing has another strong showing at Fall Service Learning ExpoStudents showcase service learning projects at UAB Fall Expo
Moss, colleagues develop competencies to help new nurses better respond to Veterans' needsVeterans come with unique backgrounds and needs, and it is imperative that nurses are adequately prepared to care for Veteran patients and their families
International partnership with Hacettepe University beneficial for both schools, students, facultyHacettepe University is a distinguished, highly advanced, research-based institution in the heart of Ankara, Turkey, and much like UAB, it educates many of the country’s nursing leaders
Cancer survivor Malia McCoy spends a day at the UAB School of NursingFond remembrances of chemotherapy nurses makes 15-year-old Pell City High School student want to become one
Alumna Katherine Pearson receives SINI Sharon Coleman Memorial AwardAlumna attributes her success to mentor Dr. Jacqueline Moss, who played a tremendous role in helping her find this path
Wilbanks receives two AANA fellowship awardsPalmer Carrier, CNA Insurance doctoral fellowships provide $10,000 in education support
Post-Doctoral Fellow Nicholas Dionne-Odom named UAB “Most Esteemed” Postdoc of the YearRecognized for his willingness to help other students and his outstanding publication and presentation record
PhD student awarded Komen Outstanding Young Investigator AwardSelection based upon activism, scholarly research and commitment to community outreach
AMNP a turning point for athletic trainer turned faculty memberAMNP was the best route because he already had a bachelor’s and master’s in athletic training and didn’t want to go back to school for another two or three years to get a bachelor’s degree in nursing
Peace Corps experience ignites desire for helping underservedErin Gockle was a Peace Corps Fellow while earning her BSN and now is an MSN student in the School's Graduate Nursing Education Primary Care Scholars initiative
Informatics specialty draws PhD student to UABCites unique specialty, affordability, outstanding faculty as reasons for pursuing two doctoral degrees
Successfully leading transitional care innovationsThree nurse-managed clinics provide care for those with diabetes and heart failure, and Veterans with mental health needs
Walker recognized by AACN for excellence, innovation in teachingExperience in clinical practice, global health as a Fulbright Senior Specialist has provided basis for teaching innovations
VA Nursing Academic Partnership earns 2015 AACN Exemplary Academic-Practice Partnership AwardRecognized for demonstrating innovative, sustained relationship and for demonstrating positive, measurable outcomes
Student's doctoral research is U.S. Army's patient CaringTouch systemSwiger's work was inspired by the teamwork she saw when she was in Baghdad, Iraq, as part of a Deployed Combat Casualty Research Team
Two PhD Students Selected for Prestigious AwardThe two are among 46 nurses around the country to receive a prestigious Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Future of Nursing Scholars program award this year
Talk highlights how to create dementia-friendly holiday environmentsHoliday celebrations can be overwhelming for those with memory loss but dementia-care expert Rita Jablonski-Jaudon is presenting tips on creating dementia-friendly family holidays
UAB School of Nursing named top value nurse anesthesia program in U.S.UAB School of Nursing has been ranked No. 6 in the “Top 30 Most Affordable Certified Nurse Anesthetist Programs 2015” by professional web site
Three PhD students awarded Komen training grantsScholars receive financial, educational support to pursue training in cancer disparities research, mentoring from preeminent researchers including Karen Meneses
PATH Clinic has new homeUAB School of Nursing’s PATH Clinic serves vulnerable populations with diabetes
Alumna Carol Ratcliffe named NBNA 2015 Nurse Educator of the YearUAB School of Nursing alumna Carol Ratcliffe credited by NBNA for outstanding contributions to professional and patient education
BSN students hone leadership skills in new courseBSN curriculum includes personal leadership course to help students learn how to effectively work together, features service-learning project
School awarded prestigious Komen traineeshipProvides pre-doctoral scholars with financial support and career development skills building in breast cancer survivorship
UAB School of Nursing master’s student shines in national spotlightChris Rhodes named Chair-Elect of American Nurses’ Association National Nominations and Elections Committee
Dionne-Odom receives NPCRC Junior Faculty Career Development AwardAward provides for the development of a culturally relevant intervention to help family caregivers of patients with advanced cancer in the rural south
NP students learn eye exam skills through interprofessional partnership with UAB School of OptometryNurse Practitioner students learn eye exam skills through interprofessional partnership with UAB School of Optometry
UAB School of Nursing redesignated PAHO/WHO Collaborating Center another four yearsThe UAB School of Nursing is one of nine WHO Collaborating Centers in Nursing in the United States and one of 43 in the world.
Hodges, Holland named top professors by professional web siteBoth professors were selected for influencing the Women's Health Nurse Practitioner specialization for the better
PhD student receives prestigious American Cancer Society scholarshipThe award provides Timiya Nolan with support as she enters the dissertation phase of her studies
UAB School of Nursing expands successful poverty simulationsUAB School of Nursing AMNP students say poverty simulations are an eye-opening experience that will improve patient care
Improving Veterans health, access a School prioritySince 2009, the UAB School has had a formal partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs through what is now called the VA Nursing Academic Partnership to help improve health care for Veterans and their families. Its success has led to the expansion of additional education, research and clinical practice initiatives, all aimed at bettering the lives of America's heroes.
BSN students present at eighth annual UAB ExpoCommunity Health Nursing students detail experiences with School's partner agencies and findings on nurses' role in the community
School adds faculty, graduate program leadersGrowth in students and research brings new senior faculty and new graduate program leaders, keys in fulfilling strategic priorities
PhD student impacting nursing informaticsBryan Wilbanks' research, part of his dissertation work, is changing the course of perioperative informatics, published in peer-reviewed journal
Wartime experiences lead to PhD for Army nursePauline Swiger’s work collecting trauma data during her most recent deployment to Baghdad sets her on a course researching quality improvement
April 18, School hosting YBCSN WorkshopBreast cancer risk and genetics, families, relationships are topics at the third Young Breast Cancer Survivors Network workshop in Birmingham
Roussel receives inaugural CNL Educator Vanguard awardHonored for bridging CNL education, practice; leadership through innovative collaboration with education, practice to improve patient care quality
Donna Dunn receives OWH Heart of Gold awardDonna Dunn is selected to receive the OWH Heart of Gold for her community-oriented delivery of care
2015 leadership workshop is April 30-May 1Leadership Practices for Quality and Safety, for early and mid-career nurse leaders, enhances leadership practices for quality, safety improvement
Newest MSN students get first look at SchoolComprehensive two-day orientation introduces incoming master’s students to UAB School of Nursing and University
School helps The Foundry win grant for Food TruckGrant helps The Foundry support Oasis Produce Pantry Food Truck, bring nursing students to teach nutrition in low-income Birmingham suburb
AACN CEO visits UAB School of Nursing, BVAMCDeborah Trautman meets with UAB and Birmingham VA Medical Center representatives to learn more about VA Nursing Academic Partnership
UAB School of Nursing offering Ebola course for health care providersUAB School of Nursing is offering a free online course for health care providers on what they need to know about the Ebola virus
PhD candidate Johnson receives travel grantPhD candidate Ann H. Johnson has received a $1000 Ireland Research Travel Award for her dissertation
School of Nursing leading campus-wide transition to CanvasThe UAB School of Nursing is leading the way in the campus-wide transition to a new learning management system for distance-accessible courses. The University made the switch to Canvas based on the School's successful pilot run in fall 2013.
NEPQR making a difference for those living with diabetesDiabetes is an enormous problem in Alabama, but a UAB School of Nursing-managed post-discharge diabetes clinic is making the difference for hundreds of uninsured patients.
Enhancing the DNP programDoctor of Nursing Practice students in the UAB School of Nursing are encouraged to think outside the box and set a course to become nursing and health care leaders.
Eye-opening researchRosetta Norman never thought she would end up with a passion for research or taking care of adults. The second-semester BSN student plans to be a NICU nurse once she graduates, but joining a faculty member’s research team has opened her eyes to more career possibilities and might just change her mind about the age of her patients.
Leading transitional careImagine being discharged from the hospital knowing you suffer from heart failure, and you have no access to continuing outpatient care. What do you do when you’re in trouble—go to the emergency room, get readmitted, or worse, do nothing? It’s a recipe for a vicious cycle that could have disastrous outcomes.
Real-world preparationUAB Schools of Nursing, Medicine and Health Professions are collaborate to offer immersive interprofessional simulation training
Raising suicide awarenessThe suicide rate among both male and female U.S. Veterans is soaring, according to recent reports. That trend, coupled with the personal experiences of their colleagues, convinced members of the UAB School of Nursing’s Student Nurses Association to take a proactive role in raising awareness of this growing national issue.
Opening access for the underservedNew far-reaching program designed to provide more health care access in medically underserved rural Alabama
New wounds, new approachThe UAB School of Nursing and Birmingham VA Medical Center are again expanding their 43-year-old partnership and the focus on Veterans' mental health needs
Nursing without wallsNursing without walls—delivering quality care to populations how, when and where they need, and caring for their unique needs without traditional encumbrances—has become the essence of nursing that is practiced, taught and studied at the UAB School of Nursing.
Nursing students recognized at 2014 UAB Student Excellence CeremonyWhiting, SNA honored by University
Somerall named top professor by professional siteSomerall is track coordinator for the Family Nurse Practitioner ProgramUAB Gets Grant to Continue Interprofessional EducationThe UAB School of Dentistry, in partnership with the UAB schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions and Optometry, received a $150,000 renewal grant through the DentaQuest Foundation to train professional students to work collaboratively and recognize when they should make referrals to other professions.
Improving Veteran Care Through ResearchSuzie Miltner, an assistant professor in the UAB School of Nursing is passionate about veteran’s health care, and she has a personal understanding of what veterans need. She came to UAB to do a postdoctoral fellowship as a VA National Quality Scholar (VAQS).
Andrea Kayne's Peace Corps experiences influence her nursing studiesServed as an environmental conservation volunteer in the South American nation of Paraguay
UAB Nursing gets $1.2M to educate veteransSchool of Nursing has received a four-year, $1.2 million grant from the Health Services Resources Administration to develop a program to help veterans with military medical experience more easily transition into the nursing profession.