Beckley Campus juniors improve clinical skills with interactive escape room
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus juniors recently improved their clinical skills with an interactive escape room experience using a Google Docs form.
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WVU nursing faculty publish new edition of key nursing ethics text
A new edition of Ethics & Issues in Contemporary Nursing, co-authored by WVU School of Nursing's Dr. Alvita Nathaniel and Dr. Peggy Burkhardt, is now available, continuing its role as a leading resource in nursing ethics education.
WVU grad’s planned gifts boost support for student scholarships and educational resources
A West Virginia University alumna is simultaneously paying tribute to her alma mater and honoring her parents with three planned gifts to benefit future students. Dr. Constance Rothermel, of Essex Fells, New Jersey, pledged generous amounts to support the School of Medicine medical laboratory science program, the School of Nursing and WVU Libraries as part of her estate.
WVU Nursing shares annual magazine, Vital Signs 2024
The WVU School of Nursing is pleased to present its second edition of Vital Signs, an annual nursing publication which highlights the school’s top stories, accolades and achievements throughout the year.
WVU Health Sciences faculty honored as Rural Health Leaders
In November, observed as Rural Health Month, two WVU Health Sciences faculty members were recognized by The Center for Rural Health Development, West Virginia Office of Rural Health and West Virginia Rural Health Association for their dedication to improving health and healthcare in rural communities.
Keyser Campus senior empowers 4th graders through self-esteem journaling
Marilee Kitzmiller, a senior at the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus, implemented an inspiring capstone project last week that focused on boosting self-esteem among 4th-grade students. Her interactive approach not only encouraged self-expression but also helped the students recognize their unique positive qualities.
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus students support local health fair
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus recently participated in a Raleigh County health fair where students provided services to fair attendees.
WVU-trained faith community nurse to host Saturday clinics, nursing call line and more in Fairmont
A new program called Neighborhood Nurse will launch in January 2025, offering a Saturday clinic and a nursing hotline. This initiative is a collaboration between Faith Community Nursing (FCN) and Compassion Central.
Nursing seniors strengthen emergency skills in tornado disaster simulation
In an immersive learning experience, Dr. Kasey Beckman-Sirk led WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus seniors in a tornado disaster simulation as part of the NSG 411: Nursing in Complex Community Systems course.
WVU School of Nursing PhD student and Jonas Scholar receives first place in APP poster contest
Robin Elkins, a WVU School of Nursing PhD student and a 2024-2025 Jonas Scholar, has received first place in the Advanced Practice Professionals (APP) poster contest for her “Transcendence to a Better Life” research poster.