Please join D-CHIPP on Wednesday, February 24, at 3:30 p.m., as we host the next Critical Conversations Documentary, “MaryAnn,” a documentary by WRAL about MaryAnn Black.
MaryAnn Black was a NC State Representative and associate vice president of Community Affairs at Duke University…
Betsy Allen, MSN student, has been working as part of a six-member interprofessional research team to conduct a study about health care workers diagnosed with COVID-19. This will include MDs, nurses, nurse aides, NPs, OT, OT assistants, PT, PT assistants, PAs, social work, respiratory…
Assistant Professors Jacqui McMillian-Bohler and Amie Koch wanted to create a space for incoming nursing students in their Wellness/Health Promotion Across the Lifespan course to get to know their faculty and get to know each other safely during what can be an difficult time: moving to a new…
Ingrid Gunther, MSN'14 and DNP'20, wrote "Use of a Multidisciplinary Mechanical Ventilation Weaning Protocol to Improve Patient Outcomes and Empower Staff in a Medical Intensive Care Unit" for the Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. Julie A. Thompson, consulting associate, and Staci…
Christine Mathews, DNP student, had her piece "Opinion: Are COVID-19 lockdowns worth this toll on our mental health? I’m a nurse practitioner who says no," published in The San Diego Union-Tribune.
Excerpt
Last February, the U.S. was ravaged by the coronavirus. A virus…
Staci Reynolds, assistant professor, published "How to Win Friends and Influence People" — as a Nursing Leader" in Nurse Leader.
Abstract
Nursing leaders are responsible for guiding quality, patient-centered care that is safe, timely, efficient, and equitable. The American…
The Professional Accountability Program (PACT) provides a framework for ensuring that our providers and staff are consistently exhibiting behaviors that support our health system values. The program utilizes interventions aimed at promoting insight, accountability, and appropriate improvements in…
Brian Douthit, PhD student, wrote "Applied Interdisciplinary Theory in Health Informatics: A Book Review" for ANI Connection. Rachel Richesson, former associate professor, is a co-author.
Citation
Douthit, Brian J. MSN, RN-BC; Richesson, Rachel PhD, MPH, FACMI Applied…
Without skills such as cultural intelligence (CQ), the Duke University School of Nursing wouldn’t be able to fulfill an intrinsic part of its mission, to bolster a diverse, inclusive environment for all.
CQ refers to a method that provides a person with the tools and knowledge needed to connect…
Tolu Oyesanya, assistant professor, published "Transitions of care interventions to improve quality of life among patients hospitalized with acute conditions: a systematic literature review" in Health and Quality of Life Outcomes. Co-authors include Callan Loflin, clinical research…
Blanca Iris Padilla, assistant professor, wrote "Preparing RNs for Primary Care: Value Added" for The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing.
Abstract
The U.S. health care system needs a fundamental redesign, as the current model of care is not meeting the needs of…
Rosa Gonzalez-Guarda, associate professor, was featured in the "Duke Faculty Fight for Latinx Communities Hit Hard by COVID-19" article by Ben Miller for Duke School of Medicine's Magnify: A Closer Look magazine. The story addresses Gonzalez-Guarda's contributions to the Latinx Advocacy…
The program is now accepting applications for academic year 2021-2022. For a detailed description of the program, the course offerings, and a link to the online application, please visit the Clinical Research Training Program (CRTP) website.
CRTP trains clinical researchers in leading-edge…
The Office of Regulatory Affairs and Quality (ORAQ) is hosting a "The Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) Workshop" on March 12 from 9 to 11 a.m.
This workshop will:
Discuss FDA’s approach to regulation of devices in clinical studies and for marketing.
Provide guidance…
The DUSON news story "MSN Students Tend to Veteran Clients Through Telemental Health Services" was featured in The Duke Daily issue on January 27.
Article Excerpt
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) students have been able to expand their skill set and stay on track in light…
DUSON's news story on the 58th Harriett Cook Carter lecture was picked up by NEWS-Line. NEWS-Line for HealthCare Providers serves 12 professions nationally via its online, mobile, eNewsletter and magazine formats.
Maryellen Kelly, assistant professor, is the senior author of "Utility Estimation for Neurogenic Bowel Dysfunction in the General Population," which was recently accepted for publication in the Journal of Pediatric Urology. Co-authors include Leah Davis, Kirsten Simmons, a School of Medicine…
The 2021 DUSON Annual Awards Ceremony will be May 5 from 3 to 4 p.m. The event is to celebrate student, faculty and staff excellence.
Brigit Carter, associate dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, has been invited to serve on the editorial board of Creative Nursing, A Journal of Values, Issues, Experience and Collaboration. The journal has been a voice for health care thought leaders and innovators since 1981. Founded by…
"Gardening for Health in a Changing World" will occur February 9 at noon. Speakers include educator Kati Henderson and horticulturists Lindsey Luks and Maegan Luckett. Learn how the health of our environment influences human health and how climate change is impacting both. Then, you…
Beth C. Phillips, associate professor, participated in a panel discussion on Professional Identity in Nursing on the Sigma webinar entitled: "Professional Identity in Nursing: Next Steps." It was attended by 110 people from 40 states and 26 countries.
Abstract
Professional…
“Exploring Cancer-Related Stigma in Sub-Saharan Africa (ECASSA)” was selected for funding for the interdisciplinary research collaboration pilot grant at the Duke Global Health Institute (DGHI). The PI of the study is Nosa Osazuwa-Peters from the Department of Head and Neck Surgery &…
"Priorities for US Health Policy" will be part of the virtual Department of Population Health Sciences External Speaker Series. Sherry Glied, dean of New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, will answer important questions pertaining to US Health Policy, including…
Yufen Lin, PhD student, and Chip Bailey, associate professor, and Sharron Docherty, assistant dean in PhD in Nursing Program, published an article entitled "Distinct Profiles of Multiple Co-occurring Symptoms in Patients with Gastrointestinal Cancers Receiving Chemotherapy" in Supportive Care…
Active Minds & Duke University Student Wellness Center are partnering for another DUSON Koru Mindfulness course! The four-week course will be hosted by Justin Sharpe, of the Student Wellness Center, on Mondays, February 8, 15 and 22 and March 1 from 4 to 5 p.m., exclusively…