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  • Selected Works and Accomplishments 2021

    Selected Works and Accomplishments 2021

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Read More

    Jul. 1, 2023

  • Welcome New Faculty

    Welcome New Faculty

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Jul. 1, 2023

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    Making an Impact

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Dec. 1, 2020

  • Sepia colored photo of an open book with a stethoscope on the opened pages

    Currently Funded Grants and Contracts

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Dec. 1, 2020

  • Sepia colored photo of an open book with a stethoscope on the opened pages

    Welcome New Faculty

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Dec. 1, 2020

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    Selected Works and Accomplishments, 2019

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Dec. 1, 2020

  • Limestone arch over entrance to Godchaux Hall at Vanderbilt School of Nursing

    Vanderbilt nurses for life

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Nov. 7, 2019

  • Dean Linda Norman in peach jacket in front of bookcase

    Dean's Message

    As the nation’s largest group of health care providers, nurses are often the professionals who see a need, gap in knowledge or better way in patient care or safety. Nurse-scientists — scholars who have been educated in rigorous scientific inquiry and focus on health care issues — take those questions and needs and set out to find solutions and better ways. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • VUSN faculty with award certificate. NLN officials are on either end and in the center of the photo.

    School of Nursing designated Center of Excellence (News Around the School)

    The National League for Nursing has named Vanderbilt University School of Nursing an NLN Center of Excellence in recognition of its high standards of educational excellence and visionary leadership. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Nurse-Midwifery Academic Director Julia Phillippi with student Emily Behrend at the program’s recent Honoring of Hands ceremony

    Phillippi to head Nurse-Midwifery specialty (News Around the School)

    Julia Phillippi, PhD, MSN’99, CNM, FACNM, FAAN, has been named academic director of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing’s Nurse-Midwifery program. She will also co-direct the Nurse-Midwifery/Family Nurse Practitioner dual-focus specialty. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Rows of Vanderbilt graduates in gold and black robes sit waiting for Commencement to start. One is a master's graduate and the other is a doctor of nursing practice graduate.

    Graduates inspire optimism about health care’s future (News Around the School)

    The School of Nursing presented degrees to more than 400 graduates during Commencement and investiture ceremonies on May 10. The class included 348 MSN and 56 DNP graduates. An additional five PhD in Nursing Science graduates were honored in separate Vanderbilt Graduate School ceremonies. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Students gather in the Colleen Conway-Welch Atrium

    Atrium dedicated to former dean Colleen Conway-Welch (News Around the School)

    The atrium in the new $23.6 million Vanderbilt University School of Nursing building has been named after former dean Colleen Conway-Welch, PhD, FAAN, FACNM, who served as dean for 29 years and is credited with transforming nursing education at Vanderbilt and nationally. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Mariann Piano stands with her arms crossed

    Mariann Piano named to International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame (News Around the School)

    Mariann R. Piano, PhD, FAAN, FAHA, Senior Associate Dean for Research at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, was inducted into the International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame by Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI). Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • VUSN faculty in front of wood wall with VUSN logo

    VUSN receives federal grants to increase and equip FNPs in rural, underserved areas (News Around the School)

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing received two awards totaling more than $5 million from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to increase the number of nurse practitioners working in rural and underserved communities where there aren’t enough primary care providers. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Drs. Jennifer Wilbeck, April Kapu and Pam Jones in formal attire

    Alumni and faculty honored as fellows by AAN, AANP and ACNM (News Around the School)

    Twelve faculty and alumni of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing have been named fellows by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM). Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • AAMN logo in blue; underneath, it says 2019 Best Nursing School/College for Men in Nursing Award

    Vanderbilt again named best school for men in nursing (News Around the School)

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Joyce Laben wears an aquamarine jacket and top and her husband Bob is in a suit. They stand before a painting in their house.

    VUSN mourns mental health advocate, forensic pioneer and professor Joyce Laben (News Around the School)

    Tennessee inmates with mental illness owe a debt of gratitude to Professor of Nursing, Emerita, Joyce Laben, JD, MSN, FAAN, who died June 30. Her pioneering work as director of forensic services for the Tennessee Department of Mental Health instigated procedures for them to be evaluated and treated in a humanly and timely manner. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Inside CCW Atrium with focus on the stone stairs. Students are walking down them.

    Currently Funded Grants and Contracts

    This list includes research grants, nonresearch grants and clinical-community partnership grants that are active as of July 1, 2019. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • New faculty member Mulubrhan Mogos stands on the staircase landing in the CW Atrium

    Welcome New Faculty

    We welcome noted nurse scientists, experienced clinicians and stellar educators to Vanderbilt School of Nursing. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Four APRNs with AANP Fellows medals on ribbons around their next. 2018 inductee Jennifer Kim, holds a plaque.

    Selected Works 2018

    VUSN faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in higher education and the nursing profession. Here is an abridged list of their work and honors, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • In 2019, a woman holds a framed photo of her fellow Class of 1969 classmates

    Class Notes — Fall 2019

    The information on alumni accomplishments, career moves, marriages, births and deaths through June 2019. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Vanderbilt University

    Patient-oriented discovery

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Vanderbilt University

    From Vietnam to Vanderbilt

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • Vanderbilt University

    Partnership for diversity

    Clark Atlanta University junior ShaVaughn Thomas admits she knew little about nurse practitioners and their role in patient care, but after taking part in an intensive, hands-on summer program at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, she not only knows what advanced practice nurses do, she has great respect for their contributions. Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

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    Making an Impact

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Nov. 5, 2019

  • VUSN building at night with all windows lit

    ’Doreway on 21st Avenue

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Jun. 4, 2019

  • Linda Norman, Nicholas Zeppos, Susan Wente, Bruce Evans cut ribbon

    Celebration to remember

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 30, 2019

  • Front view of new Vanderbilt School of Nursing building on a sunny day with students walking down steps to the street

    Where technology and wellness combine

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 28, 2019

  • Nursing and medical students team up to vaccinate Nashville’s needy

    Nursing and medical students team up to vaccinate Nashville’s needy

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Redesigned MSN programs in informatics and leadership launch in fall 2019

    Redesigned MSN programs in informatics and leadership launch in fall 2019

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • New BSN-to-DNP pilot begins in August

    New BSN-to-DNP pilot begins in August

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Etherington inducted into Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame

    Etherington inducted into Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • New alumni awards increase awareness  and diverse accomplishments

    New alumni awards increase awareness and diverse accomplishments

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Best nursing school for men

    Best nursing school for men

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Dean's Message

    Dean's Message

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • School of Nursing rises to Top 10 in U.S. News & World Report rankings

    School of Nursing rises to Top 10 in U.S. News & World Report rankings

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Help for sexual assault survivors when and where needed

    Help for sexual assault survivors when and where needed

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Alumna named new assistant dean of  diversity and inclusion

    Alumna named new assistant dean of diversity and inclusion

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Reunion 2018 giving reaches new record

    Reunion 2018 giving reaches new record

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • American Academy of Nursing and National Academies of Practice select VUSN faculty

    American Academy of Nursing and National Academies of Practice select VUSN faculty

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

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    The Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation: Three decades of impact

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Vanderbilt University

    Strong, visionary and unforgettable

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Vanderbilt University

    A foundation of collaboration

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Vanderbilt University

    A climate of caring

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 22, 2019

  • Glass entrance to VUSN building at night

    Whatever it took

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    May. 8, 2019

  • A DNP tailored for executive leaders

    A DNP tailored for executive leaders

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Oct. 9, 2018

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    The evolution of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Oct. 9, 2018

  • Put it in writing and make your wishes known

    Put it in writing and make your wishes known

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Oct. 9, 2018

  • Currently Funded Grants and Contracts

    Currently Funded Grants and Contracts

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Oct. 9, 2018

  • Welcome New Faculty

    Welcome New Faculty

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty are recognized for discovery, scholarship and leadership in the nursing profession and higher education. Here is an abridged list of their work, followed by a sampling of student accomplishments. (This information is reported by most recent full calendar year.) Journals… Read More

    Oct. 9, 2018