Sole Nurse appointed to Medicare Payment Advisory Commission
Betty Rambur, PhD, RN, FAAN, is one of three newly named members to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), a legislative branch agency that provides Congress with analysis and policy advice on Medicare.
The Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action leaders, Susan Hassmiller, PhD, RN, FAAN, and Susan Reinhard, PhD, RN, FAAN, released a statement underscoring the Campaign
’s commitment to equity and fairness in the wake of the brutal killing of George Floyd. “Racism and injustice have no place in our country today,” they said.
Nursing Has Never Shied Away From Calling Out Social Injustices
In a 15-minute interview with AARP's Take on Today Podcast, Catherine Alicia Georges, EdD, RN, FAAN, outgoing national volunteer president of AARP’s board of directors, addresses the long-standing linkage between racism and health disparities. Georges says that while nursing's voice hasn't always been heard as loudly as it should, that is changing due to organizations like AARP and its Center to Champion Nursing in America.
Nurse Educators Focus More on Simulation During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred nurse educators in simulation labs across the country to consider the merits of the increased use of simulation and the adoption of academic/clinical partnerships to propel their students over the finish line to graduate.
Campaign Lists Ways to Help, Stay Informed About COVID-19
The Campaign for Action
website now offers a resources page with information for both nurses and the public about the novel coronavirus. Among features: Leading nursing organizations seek information from nurses and offer health suggestions, while trusted health authorities tell the public how to support nurses, and stay safe.
Action Coalitions: What’s Up? Tell Us So That We Can Share
Fans of the Campaign for Action like to learn what’s happening in other states. But we might not know your stories. Help us celebrate your efforts and share details of progress by dropping a note to Aidan McCallion at
[email protected]. We’ll spread the news through news posts, social media, and the Campaign Update.
Funding, Tools, and Other Opportunities
New - Nurses' Insights Sought For COVID-19 Surveys
The American Nurses Foundation and other nursing organizations are conducting a series of national surveys to gather nurses’ experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. This first survey is focused on nurse mental health and well-being. Your responses will inform how these groups can best support nurses during this time.
New - Nominations are Open for Young Professional Voices
The American Organization for Nurse Leadership's Young Professional Voices recognition program is an opportunity to showcase rising talent among nurses who are under the age of 40 and demonstrate exemplary leadership through innovation, influence, and inclusion in their organizations. Deadline: July 17.
New - Nurse Leaders: Apply for Your Fellow Designation
Are you a nurse leader who has made significant and sustained contributions to the specialty of nursing leadership and to the American Organization for Nurse Leadership (AONL)? With a fellow designation, you will receive recognition from your peers for your commitment to shaping the future of nurse leadership and to the AONL at the regional and national levels. Application deadline: August 31.
New - Complete Survey to Assess APRN Practice Barriers During COVID-19
All advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) are invited to participate in a 10-15 minute national survey conducted by nurse researchers from Vanderbilt University, the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, and the University of Tennessee regarding the impact of COVID-19 on APRN practice, roles, and patient care.
Community Preventive Services Task Force Seeks New Members
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is soliciting nominations for public health and prevention professionals who are interested and may be qualified to serve on the Community Preventive Services Task Force. Appointed by the CDC director, each member serves a five-year term on the independent panel of experts. Applications are due on Friday, June 26 on or before 5 p.m. ET.
Apply to become a National Health Service Corps Site
Do you provide outpatient, primary health care services to people in health professional shortage areas? Apply to become a National Health Service Corps (NHSC)-approved site and receive help from the Health Resources & Services Administration in your efforts to hire, recruit, and retain clinicians. Application deadline: July 21.
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