Sophomores formally enter study of nursing during Fall Pledge Ceremony
The WVU School of Nursing formally welcomed sophomores into the study of nursing during the Fall 2024 Nursing Pledge Ceremony, held Sept. 27 in the Okey Patteson Auditorium.
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WVU School of Nursing, Lilly’s Heart Pantry come together to support Mercer County community
In a show of community collaboration, the WVU School of Nursing's Student Nurses' Association (SNA), has partnered with Lilly’s Heart Pantry in Princeton to provide much-needed food and supplies to the residents of Mercer County. The efforts are especially timely, considering recent flooding and power outages experienced throughout the region.
Nursing simulation assistant provides hands-on learning environment at WV STEPS
Courtney Riley has always had an interest in healthcare. Her academic journey at West Virginia University gave her experience in child development, psychology and communications, but her path took a turn and led her to the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety.
Eight nursing faculty complete STEPS Simulation Certification Program
During the summer, eight WVU School of Nursing faculty members completed the STEPS Simulation Certification Program. The certification, offered by the WVU David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS), is designed for instructors with interest in quality teaching with simulation.
Thompson named recipient of award honoring excellence in simulation education at WVU
Tonya Thompson, DNP, RN has been named the recipient of the 2024 David H. Wilks Memorial Award for Excellence in Simulation presented by the West Virginia University David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education Patient Safety.
WVU School of Nursing offers solutions to growing nationwide nursing faculty shortages
The nursing workforce shortage is well-known across the nation; however, the nursing faculty shortage is a lesser-known part of the equation. Advanced faculty age, a wave of retirements and too few nurses pursuing advanced nursing degrees are among the top factors contributing to the faculty shortage. WVU School of Nursing Dean Tara Hulsey says obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is one of the first steps in combatting the shortage.
Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course open for Fall 2024
This Fall 2024, the WVU School of Nursing is offering the Foundation of Faith Community Nursing course. The course starts Oct. 7 and ends Dec. 2.
Health Tips: Suicide Awareness and Prevention
The West Virginia University School of Nursing and the McDowell County Commission on Aging are partnering to present a series of health tips. In this video, Rylie O'Neal discusses the warning signs around suicide and tips on how to respond if someone is at risk. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Trans Safe Zone training to be held Oct. 15
A Trans Safe Zone Training session will be held Oct. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. via Zoom, hosted in collaboration between the WVU School of Nursing, WVU LGBTQ+ Center and Suncrest United Methodist Church.
WVU School of Nursing welcomes new ambassadors for 2024-25 academic year
The WVU School of Nursing is pleased to welcome four new ambassadors for the 2024-25 academic year on the Morgantown, Beckley and Keyser campuses.