Nursing faculty member recognized as WVU Medicine Platinum Nurse of the Year
Marian Longstreth, a faculty member at the WVU School of Nursing, was recently recognized by WVU Medicine as Platinum Nurse of the Year.
News
Aromatherapy could provide a sweet smell of success for substance use disorder patients, WVU study finds
Aromatherapy eases stress in people undergoing treatment for substance use disorder which, in turn, could enhance their chances of a successful recovery, according to West Virginia University research. The study, which is ongoing, incorporates the use of essential oils as an integrative therapy that is part of a bigger picture model focusing on the whole person.
WVU Nursing to host DNP Nurse Anesthetist information session Aug. 3
The West Virginia University School of Nursing is hosting an online information session for the DNP Nurse Anesthetist program Thursday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. During the event, attendees can learn more about the program from director Dr. Aaron Ostrowski.
WVU in the News: MCHD recognizes WVU School of Nursing for pandemic support
The Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD) has recognized the efforts of the West Virginia University (WVU) School of Nursing for their assistance during the pandemic.
WVU School of Nursing remembers Dr. E. Jane Martin
Dr. E. Jane Martin, PhD, 88, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Stonerise Nursing Center, Morgantown, following a brief illness. Martin earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from WVU in 1963. She later served as dean of the WVU School of Nursing for 15 years, from 1992-2007, and filled in as WVU’s interim provost from 2008-09.
WVU School of Nursing receives recognition award from Monongalia County Health Department for assistance during COVID-19
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, members of the Monongalia County Health Department began brainstorming about community partners who could support their efforts in contact tracing, providing vaccinations, education and more.
Study abroad trip in London allows nursing students to experience another culture
Nine WVU School of Nursing students recently traveled to London as part of a study abroad trip to learn more about Britain’s healthcare system and to experience a new culture.
RUSH program inspires interest in rural healthcare for nursing student
As a WVU School of Nursing student, O’Neal learned about Rural Undergraduate Shadowing in Healthcare (RUSH), an experience designed to provide participants with insight into what it is like to practice a health profession in rural West Virginia.
WVU in the News: WVU Researchers Find Burnout Among Faith Leaders
In a recent study, WVU researchers looked at burnout among community faith leaders. Appalachia Health News Reporter, Emily Rice, sat down with Angel Smothers, associate dean for community engagement, and clinical associate professor at the WVU School of Nursing, to discuss the study’s findings.
The Conversation: Processing and grieving an ongoing loss
Processing and grieving an ongoing loss – such as a child with a devastating injury or disability – does not fit neatly into traditional models of grief. Dr. Brad Phillips discusses his research around ambiguous loss or loss without closure.