Nursing research

Creative Health Care Management Donna Wright Awarded the 2024 Marlene Kramer Lifetime Achievement Award

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

This prestigious honor, the pinnacle of recognition within the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD), is awarded to individuals who have profoundly influenced the nursing profession and the organization itself.

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  • This prestigious honor, the pinnacle of recognition within the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD), is awarded to individuals who have profoundly influenced the nursing profession and the organization itself.
  • Established by the ANPD Board of Directors in 2016 and first awarded to Dr. Marlene Kramer in 2017, the award is a testament to enduring impact and dedication within nursing research and the nursing community.
  • “Creative Health Care Management (CHCM) proudly announces that our very own Donna Wright has been honored with the 2024 Marlene Kramer Lifetime Achievement Award by the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD).
  • This prestigious award, to be presented at the ANPD Aspire Convention, acknowledges Wright’s significant contributions to nursing professional development.

KFSH&RC Jeddah Hosts The 10th International Nursing Conference Gathering Renowned Global Experts and Specialists

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Monday, November 27, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 10th International Nursing Conference commenced this morning in Jeddah, themed 'Nurses: As Catalysts, Navigators & Innovators in Healthcare'.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 10th International Nursing Conference commenced this morning in Jeddah, themed 'Nurses: As Catalysts, Navigators & Innovators in Healthcare'.
  • It also focuses on transforming healthcare delivery, advancing the nursing profession, and strengthening the hospital's stature as a global leader in nursing practices.
  • The goal of the accredited Nursing Residency Program is to provide recent nursing graduates with essential knowledge and hands-on experience.
  • Additionally, the conference will spotlight the latest advancements in nursing research and the critical role of evidence-based practices in modern healthcare.

Leading children’s hospitals turn to innovative Wolters Kluwer solution to help improve clinical outcomes

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Wolters Kluwer Health today announced that three of the top children’s hospitals in the US have adopted Ovid® Synthesis to meet their clinical research needs.

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  • Wolters Kluwer Health today announced that three of the top children’s hospitals in the US have adopted Ovid® Synthesis to meet their clinical research needs.
  • The innovative leadership at these world-renowned children's hospitals will utilize Ovid Synthesis to standardize evidence-based practice, increase rigor of projects and catalyze medical research.
  • Additionally, the AI-enabled technology allows these health systems to more efficiently manage EBP, literature reviews and clinical research projects and improve patient outcomes.
  • Sidi added, “with Ovid Synthesis, Wolters Kluwer Health has built a next-generation, evidence-based workflow solution that was developed in close partnership with healthcare providers, meeting the demanding challenges which hospitals work in every day.”

Health Workforce Canada established to improve health workforce data and planning

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

More than ever, there is a need to improve health workforce planning and to better share knowledge and experience to recruit and retain health workers across the country.

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  • More than ever, there is a need to improve health workforce planning and to better share knowledge and experience to recruit and retain health workers across the country.
  • That is why the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health, welcomed the establishment of Health Workforce Canada (HWC).
  • Health Workforce Canada will help us better understand the root causes of health workforce issues by understanding data gaps and supporting planning efforts for the future.
  • HWC will operate as an independent, not-for-profit organization working with the broad network of health workforce partners across Canada to provide advice on health workforce data development.

The Shriners Hospitals for Children - Canada Research Centre celebrates half a century of existence

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

So research into mineralized tissue has always been a strength in Quebec," explains Professor René St-Arnaud, PhD, Director of the Research Center.

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  • So research into mineralized tissue has always been a strength in Quebec," explains Professor René St-Arnaud, PhD, Director of the Research Center.
  • In 1973, following the integration of Shriners Hospitals for Children – Canada into the Quebec health care network, Shriners Children’s management, with the approval of the provincial government, created the first Research Centre within its hospital network.
  • The Shriners Hospital for Children - Canada Research Centre is constantly developing new ways to care for children.
  • To mark this 50th anniversary at Shriners Hospital for Children – Canada, Dr. St-Arnaud hosted a scientific seminar yesterday featuring a number of prestigious speakers.

symplr's Chief Nursing Officer Karlene Kerfoot Honored with the DAISY Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

HOUSTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- symplr®, the leading enterprise healthcare operations software provider, announced that Chief Nursing Officer Karlene Kerfoot, PhD, RN, FAAN, has received the DAISY Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award. This award was created to recognize nurses who have devoted their life's work to the compassionate care of others and to advancing the nursing profession in delivering extraordinary excellence in ways that matter most to patients and families. Kerfoot, a DAISY Foundation Board Member, was honored in a surprise announcement by Bonnie Barnes, FAAN, co-founder of the DAISY Foundation™, who spoke to Kerfoot's dedication, leadership, mentorship and advocacy for fellow nurses through professional roles and volunteer efforts.

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  • HOUSTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- symplr® , the leading enterprise healthcare operations software provider, announced that Chief Nursing Officer Karlene Kerfoot, PhD, RN, FAAN , has received the DAISY Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award.
  • "I'm honored to receive the DAISY Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award and to share the spirit for which it was created with every nurse I've ever worked with and every patient we've all cared for along the way," Dr. Kerfoot said.
  • "Karlene is a beloved member of the symplr team, and everyone is thrilled to congratulate her for the well-deserved recognition of the prestigious DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award," said BJ Schaknowski, CEO of symplr.
  • The foundation partners with 6,000+ healthcare facilities and schools of nursing internationally and funds nursing research and evidence-based practice studies.

El Camino Health Launches Innovation Fund to Invest in New Healthcare Technology to Advance Patient Care

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, El Camino Health announces the launch of a healthcare innovation fund, which will enable the health system to stay at the forefront of new healthcare technology and continue to adopt the latest and best practices to improve patient care. The fund was made possible by a generous gift by local philanthropists Pamela and Edward Taft.

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  • "At El Camino Health, our priority is to provide the most advanced science of medicine and continuously improve our services and patient outcomes," said Dan Woods, chief executive officer at El Camino Health.
  • El Camino Health is recognized as a pioneer of best practices that improve care, including recently integrating mental health assessments into mother-baby care.
  • "We're so proud that El Camino Health is a locally-based health system empowered by the technology typical of larger academic medical centers," Edward Taft said.
  • "And, we're thrilled to be able to advance the important work El Camino Health is doing to improve care in our community.

Three Northwell Health executives named notable leaders in health care by Crain’s NY

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Monday, May 15, 2023

The annual list recognizes executives who have made significant contributions to the health care industry in the New York City area.

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  • The annual list recognizes executives who have made significant contributions to the health care industry in the New York City area.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230515005566/en/
    Kevin Reiter, PA, MD (left), Maureen White, RN and Kevin Tracey, MD were named most notable health care leaders by Crain’s Business New York.
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    “I’m honored to be included on this list with these health care leaders,” said Dr. Tracey.
  • “We are proud to have these esteemed and notable leaders as part of the Northwell family.”
    The full list of Notable Leaders in Health Care was published in Crain’s New York Business and can be read here.

Anna Qabale Duba encourages nurses to participate in Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2022 while speaking at the 6th European Nursing Congress

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Monday, October 10, 2022

Nurses can use this link to apply directly: https://www.AsterGuardians.com/

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  • Nurses can use this link to apply directly: https://www.AsterGuardians.com/
    Millions of nurses around the world impact patient lives and outcomes.
  • The European Nursing Congress discussed some of these topics which are of pressing priority for the healthcare sector.
  • Nurse Anna Qabale Duba was a speaker at the Future Proof Nursing Summit which was held virtually from 4th - 7th October 2022 with world leaders in nursing participating.
  • I encourage nurses around the world to utilise the opportunity presented by Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award to share their amazing stories with the world.

Press Ganey Names Dr. Nora Warshawsky as Nurse Scientist

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Press Ganey , renowned leader in patient, member, employee and consumer experience across the healthcare ecosystem, today announced the appointment of Nora Warshawsky, Ph.D., R.N., NEA-BC, CNE, FAAN, as nurse scientist, overseeing all aspects of nursing research and evidence-based practice for Press Ganeys global hospital and healthcare clients.

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  • Press Ganey , renowned leader in patient, member, employee and consumer experience across the healthcare ecosystem, today announced the appointment of Nora Warshawsky, Ph.D., R.N., NEA-BC, CNE, FAAN, as nurse scientist, overseeing all aspects of nursing research and evidence-based practice for Press Ganeys global hospital and healthcare clients.
  • Her unique perspective as both a nurse scientist and nurse leader enables us to provide critically valuable insight to our clients at a time when nurse engagement and retention are top priorities in healthcare, said Dr. Jeff Doucette, Chief Nursing Officer, Press Ganey.
  • Her far-reaching impact on nursing and nursing leadership make her a valuable addition to the Press Ganey team.
  • Im thrilled to welcome Dr. Warshawsky to the Press Ganey team.