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Bedford Falls Foundation funds innovative workforce retention pilot with School of Nursing
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJul. 15, 2025
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Call for Abstracts opens for 14th ICN NP/APN Network Conference
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJun. 17, 2025
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VUMC leader to head up new nurse anesthesia program at Vanderbilt School of Nursing
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreFeb. 1, 2025
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Vanderbilt receives award from ARPA-H to focus on improving mental health chatbots
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreOct. 10, 2024
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VUSN to expand dementia-friendly care with $5 million HRSA GWEP grant
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreSep. 26, 2024
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Inaugural Research Day shares nursing science on health equity
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreSep. 19, 2024
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McNelis awarded prestigious 2024 NLN award
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreSep. 16, 2024
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VUSN Awarded $1.5 million to continue work on SANE program
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreSep. 16, 2024
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Vanderbilt leaders receive HENIF grant to expand programs promoting diversification in nursing
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreAug. 23, 2024
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DeWire’s second career of nursing leads to 15 years of compassionate care
Tracey DeWire, MSN'08, ACNP-BC, had a 16-year career in sales before deciding to become a nurse practitioner, a decision inspired by her best friend’s cancer diagnosis. She’s kept that inspiration burning in the 15 years of her second career. Her compassionate care has led to a VUMC Patient and Family Choice Award. Read MoreAug. 2, 2024
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VUSN to host research day August 21
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJul. 30, 2024
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Stolldorf to be inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJul. 26, 2024
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Johnson, Gooch recognized as distinguished fellows
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJun. 27, 2024
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Kleinpell receives AACN Pioneering Spirit award
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreMay. 2, 2024
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School of Nursing participates in new VUMC initiative funded by Tennessee Dept. of Health
Members of the School of Nursing are participating in a new Vanderbilt University Medical Center initiative funded with a $3.9 million grant to VUMC from the Tennessee Department of Health. The grant program will evaluate innovative models of nursing care that include screening and responding to social drivers of health. It will also investigate how to mitigate nursing staffing shortages while ensuring optimal patient care. Read MoreAug. 16, 2023
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The DNP Executive Leadership Career Path
Terri Allision, assistant dean for academics, DNP program, was interviewed recently by writer Michelle Wojciechowski for "The DNP Executive Leadership Career Path: Is it Right for You?" The Minority Nurse article appeared in their special DNP issue earlier this month. Read MoreMar. 20, 2022
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VUSN DNP Alumna, Dina Velocci, Begins Term as President of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreAug. 25, 2021
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Maternal health expert James Muchira named to American Academy of Nursing Jonas Policy Scholars Program
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJul. 26, 2021
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University announces new vaccine requirements and protocols for masking, gatherings and activities
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreMay. 25, 2021
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VUSN Alumna, Heather Mantsch, CNP, Joins Range Mental Health Center (MN) as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreApr. 1, 2021
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Special School of Nursing Giving Day Challenges for April 7
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreMar. 30, 2021
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Vanderbilt School of Nursing hosts global climate education initiative
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreMar. 25, 2021
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Jeffries named dean of School of Nursing
Pamela R. Jeffries, PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF, FSSH, an internationally recognized leader and innovator in nursing and health care education, will become dean of the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, effective July 1, pending Board of Trust approval. Jeffries, professor and dean of the George Washington University School of Nursing in Washington, D.C., succeeds Linda Norman, who plans to step down from her leadership role on June 30. Read MoreMar. 24, 2021
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John Dowlen, VUSN FNP Alumnus, hired at CHI Memorial Medical Group (TN)
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreMar. 4, 2021
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Young drinkers beware: Binge drinking may cause heart risks
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreJun. 27, 2018
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Top 10 misconceptions about nitrous oxide in labor
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreFeb. 13, 2017
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Starting Point puts homeless community in touch with resources
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program designed to equip nursing students and new registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce. The grant… Read MoreNov. 3, 2014