The challenges in Clinical Nursing Education today are many! The hiring, orientation and development of clinical instructors (CIs) and preceptors continues to be an ongoing challenge, particularly in light of the demands of our clinical settings and program curricula. Acquisition of…
DUSON is committed to the safety of its faculty, staff and students. This month’s awareness focuses on Accidental Injury.
DUSON manages accidental injury of students, staff, faculty and visitors on a case-by-case basis. If the injury requires immediate medical treatment or is life-threatening,…
Over the past several months, faculty have been encouraged to update their Scholars at Duke profiles to
Ensure their profile in Scholars is accurate, and
Prepare for Scholars at Duke to become the source of our faculty directory information on our new DUSON website.
Because the…
Dementia Inclusive Durham West End recently held a forum for community members, caregivers and their loved ones living with dementia. Ellie McConnell was the Emcee of the event that garnered nearly 50 participants and included speakers Mitchell Heflin, MD, Director of Duke Geriatric Evaluation and…
Helen Gordon and Eleanor Stevenson recently published an article entitled "Maternity Boot Camp: A Strategy to Begin Clinical" in Teaching and Learning in Nursing.
Abstract
To allay anxiety about the maternity clinical experience, nursing faculty developed a simulation to enable prelicensure…
DNP alumna Anna Skripnik Lucas and Susan Schneider recently published an article entitled "Radiation dermatitis: A prevention protocol for patients with breast cancer" in the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing. Co-authors Mario Lacouture and Julie Thompson.
Background: Patients with breast…
The Duke Center for REsearch to AdvanCe Healthcare Equity (REACH Equity) is committed to supporting investigators at every career stage who are interested in conducting research which promotes health equity. Therefore, REACH Equity is seeking applications for three funding opportunities:…
Karin Reuter-Rice recently published an article entitled "Cerebral Blood Flow Velocities and Functional Outcomes in Pediatric Mild Traumatic Brain Injury" in the Journal of Neurotrauma. Co-authors include Jake J. Deines and Jianhong Chang.
Abstract
Outcomes can be challenging to predict in…
Kudos to Matthew LeBlanc and his faculty sponsor Sophia Smith for the submission of his NIH NRSA (F31) application entitled "Symptom Burden and Quality of Life in Multiple Myeloma Patients." This proposal requests funds for a three-year period with a start date of April 1, 2019.
Background:…
Kudos to PhD student Gabrielle Harris and her faculty mentor Janet Prvu-Bettger for the submission of her NIH NRSA (F31) application entitled "Parenting and Stroke Recovery." This proposal requests funds for a 21-month period with a start date of April 1, 2019…
RUN/WALK CLUB BEGINS AUGUST 13
The Duke Run/Walk Club is designed to help you meet your health and fitness goals - whether you're a beginner walker or an experienced runner training for a race. Offered each Spring and Fall, the club is a no-fee, 12-week program for all Duke…
With funding from The Emmy Lou Tompkins Foundation, D-CHIPP recently selected three community organizations to receive grants that will be used for small community health improvement projects. Michelle Hartman wrote for and received the $10,000 grant from The Emmy Lou Tompkins Foundation with the…
Did you know that DUSON adhere's to Duke Health's policy on social media?
Duke Health, which includes Duke University Health System (DUHS) and its subsidiaries, the Duke University Schools of Medicine and Nursing), understands the significance, and supports the use of social media to promote…
DUSON's Student Council's Community Service Committee recently organized a volunteer opportunity for nursing students at Caring House where students volunteered to cook and serve dinner for Caring House residents.
Caring House provides a beautiful, calming and affordable temporary…
The Duke Clinical and Translational Award and the Center for Research to Advance Healthcare Equity (REACH Equity) are pleased to announce the enrollment opening for the Health Disparities Research Curriculum (HDRC).
Sessions are held every three weeks on Thursdays from 3:30…
Congratulations to Michelle Hartman, DNP, RN, CPNP, who assumed the role of Director for the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
“Michelle’s appointment as director of the ABSN program is a wonderful addition to the program,” said Marion E. Broome, PhD, RN, FAAN, dean…
Eun-Ok Im recently published an article entitled "Prevalence and risk factors for fatigue among breast cancer survivors on aromatase inhibitors" in the European Journal of Cancer. Co-authors include experts from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese…
The Duke Institute for Health Innovation (DIHI) promotes transformative innovation in health and health care by catalyzing multidisciplinary teamwork across Duke University and Duke Health.
DIHI is excited to announce the next emerging ideas and innovation funding cycle for demonstration…
DIHI is excited to announce the next emerging ideas and innovation funding cycle for demonstration…
Have you seen a staff member demonstrating excellence in performing their job responsibilities? Take a moment and nominate them for a 2018-19 Commitment to Excellence Award. The Commitment to Excellence Awards are metallic commemorative coins that will be presented to staff to recognize their…
Congratulations to Katie Harrison, Raymond Brisson and Najla McClain on being recognized for their Commitment to Excellence. This staff recognition program celebrates staff who demonstrate the highest standards in their commitment to supporting our mission, vision and values. We…
On Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The Duke School of Medicine will host "Basic Science Day" in the Great Hall, Trent Semans Center. The day will consist of lectures by Duke faculty members from all Basic Science departments, poster sessions and complimentary lunch.
The School of…
Duke Human Resources invites you to nominate faculty and staff members for the 2018 Teamwork Award or Diversity Award, two of Duke's Blue Ribbon Awards that recognize people who exemplify the Guiding Principles of our institution. The deadline for nominations is Sept. 7.
Managers can use these…
Eun-Ok Im and post-doctoral fellow Sangmi Kim recently published a book chapter entitled "Korean Breast Cancer Survivors" in Global Applications of Culturally Competent Health Care: Guidelines for Practice.
The Duke University School of Nursing welcomes groups to our facilities for hosting meetings and conferences. To begin the room and space rental process:
Review the Facility Use Fee Structure.
Note: Duke School of Nursing faculty, staff, and students are usually…
Note: Duke School of Nursing faculty, staff, and students are usually…
The Nurse Educator Certification program is offered by the National League for Nursing. This program, in existence since 2005, was designed to serve as a mark of professionalism, establish nursing education as a specialty area of practice and create a means for faculty to…