Your Support Helps DEFT Make a Difference in the Life of a Caregiver
Thank you for your interest in making a gift to support our program. We are committed to improving the training, education and support of caregivers. At DEFT we believe caregivers should be active partners in…
May 2021 Older Americans Month: "Communities of Strength"
The Administration for Community Living, under the Department of Health and Human Services announced the theme for Older Americans Month 2021 is "Communities of Strength." Older adults have built resilience and strength…
Cristina C. Hendrix, DNS, GNP-BC, FAAN
Center Director Dr. Hendrix completed her BSN at the University of Santo Tomás in Manila, Philippines. She earned an MSN-FNP at the University of Alabama and a DNS from Louisiana State University. She also completed a post-master's…
Center Director Dr. Hendrix completed her BSN at the University of Santo Tomás in Manila, Philippines. She earned an MSN-FNP at the University of Alabama and a DNS from Louisiana State University. She also completed a post-master's…
Purpose
To develop, implement and evaluate an innovative and scalable model for teaching, training and supporting caregivers who assist and care for elders at home following a hospital or rehabilitation discharge.
Mission
To prepare and empower individuals in…
We Care, Because You Care... Creating Innovative Solutions in Caregiving ™
Frequently Asked Questions:
The Mobile Prevention and Care Team (M-PACT) Clinic program is a nurse-led mobile health unit created to increase nursing student, faculty, and staff knowledge of the social drivers of health as they apply to rural and underserved urban populations. Through M-PACT we aim to increase diversity in…
DUSON is committed to supporting staff members who would like to advance their career trajectory. Development and advancement are a result of a staff member’s ambition to grow professionally and hard work, coupled with DUSON and Duke’s commitment to providing programs supporting staff…
Dismantling Racism
A Glossary of Shared Terminology and Meaning
Created by: Jacqueline Barnett, Kirsten Simmons, Kenyon Railey and revised by Brigit Carter
As we seek to dismantle racism across the broader Duke community it is vital for our community members to understand the shared meanings of…
The purpose of the Faculty Governance Association is to support the missions of Duke University and the School of Nursing (SON); to facilitate faculty participation in decision-making concerning the affairs of the school; and to promote a climate of academic freedom, integrity, diversity, equity,…
The Duke University School of Nursing has taken bold steps in new directions.
We are committed to advancing health equity and embracing social justice in our academic, clinical, and research programs. Through the implementation of our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, we are…
As an outreach worker, you may be invited to help a research team with a research project.
As an outreach worker you may be invited to help a research team with a research project.
As an outreach worker you may be invited to help a research team with a research project.
We have several communication strategies for this research project:
Why is research important?
Research helps us answer important questions. Community members can be involved in research by telling researchers about their needs. Outreach workers share a bond with the members of the communities they serve. This relationship is built on trust and helps community…
How to Connect with Admissions
Today more than ever, highly skilled clinicians and nurse leaders are needed throughout health care delivery around the world. Now is the time to start or advance your nursing career — and the Admissions Office at the Duke University School of Nursing can help you do…
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Health Informatics Certificate
The field of health informatics continues to evolve at a fast pace. There is an ongoing need in the job market for informaticists with up-to-date skills in health information technology. Health care organizations, government agencies, information technology…
Have you seen a staff member demonstrating excellence in performing their job responsibilities? Take a moment and nominate them for a 2022-2023 Commitment to Excellence Award. The Commitment to Excellence Awards are metallic commemorative coins that will be presented to staff to recognize their…
Our monthly e-newsletter shares stories about our impact in nursing and health care.
Past Issues
August 25, 2023: Duke School of Nursing Research Awards, 2023 AAN Fellows and more
July 27, 2023: Duke School of Nursing Leadership Travel to Regional Global Site,…