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GEORGIA NURSING WORKFORCE CENTER NEWS
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When someone decides to become a nurse, their educational options are plentiful and varied. Opportunities range from pre-licensure nursing programs that prepare students for entry to practical nursing and registered nursing practice to additional post-licensure educational options available for nurses seeking to advance or specialize in nursing after their initial licensure.
Georgia is no exception regarding the breadth of nursing education options. Yet, the state lacks a comprehensive list of programs to help prospective students easily identify the opportunities and find the pathway best for them.
To meet this need, the Georgia Nursing Workforce Center has released a report on Georgia’s nursing education program offerings.
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Emory School of Nursing Assistant Professor and Executive Directory of the Georgia Nursing Workforce Center, Chelsea Hagopian, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism in nursing. Her recent article, “Professionalism and Professional Identity,” explores the vital role of professional identity in shaping effective nursing practice. Chelsea’s insights contribute significantly to the ongoing discourse on enhancing professionalism within the field.
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NURSING LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT
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Emory School of Nursing’s Associate Professor and DNP Program Director Shawana S. Moore PhD, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, PNAP, FAAN recently joined U.S. Representative Nikema Williams, Bravo’s Married to Medicine stars Dr. Jackie Walters and Dr. Heavenly Kimes, and other healthcare leaders for a powerful fireside chat on Black maternal health. The discussion, part of an event hosted by Team Harris-Walz and the Georgia Democratic Party, addressed the alarming dangers posed by restrictive abortion laws and the critical stakes for women’s health in the upcoming election. Dr. Moore shared her expertise and personal experiences, underscoring the importance of equitable healthcare and the need to protect reproductive freedoms for women and families in Georgia and across the nation.
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Celebrating Dean Linda McCauley’s Prestigious Honor!
We are proud to announce that Linda McCauley, PhD, RN, FAAN, FRCN, Dean of the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, has received the esteemed David Rall Medal from the National Academy of Medicine (NAM). This prestigious award recognizes her distinguished leadership as co-chair of the National Academies consensus study committee that produced the influential 2021 report, “Implementing High-Quality Primary Care: Rebuilding the Foundation of Health Care.”
Alongside Robert Phillips, Jr., MD, MSPH, McCauley’s leadership during the global pandemic was instrumental in navigating the committee’s work, which began in-person in January 2020 and transitioned to remote meetings. Since the report’s release, they have actively engaged with stakeholders to ensure the implementation of its recommendations, fostering significant advancements in the U.S. primary care system.
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Accreditation Achievement for Augusta University College of Nursing!
Augusta University’s College of Nursing is thrilled to announce that its MSN, CNL, DNP, and post-grad certificate programs have been reaccredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) through December 2034! This 10-year accreditation reflects the college’s commitment to excellence and the collaborative efforts of its faculty, staff, and students.
Congratulations to the entire CON team for this outstanding accomplishment!
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Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is proud to announce that the National Institute of Aging (NIA) has renewed the Emory Roybal Center for Dementia Caregiving Mastery. Led by Professor Ken Hepburn, PhD, this five-year extension totals $5.8 million and will support continued behavioral intervention research aimed at enhancing the role-mastery of family members and friends who provide care for persons living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia illnesses. The Center is co-directed by Dr. Molly Perkins, a tenured Professor and Gerontologist in the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology in the School of Medicine. Dr. Perkins has extensive expertise in qualitative and mixed methods research, including large-scale mixed methods and qualitative formative evaluation, and directs the Center’s evaluation efforts aimed at advancing the science of intervention development.
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CELEBRATING THE NEW INTEGRATED MEMORY CARE FACILITY
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Congratulations to the Emory's Integrated Memory Care team on the grand opening of their new facility this past September. Specializing in dementia care, this team provides exceptional support to individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. Their commitment to improving quality of life through specialized, compassionate care is truly inspiring.
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Call All Primary Care Nurse Practitioners—We need your insight!
Participate in an important study exploring the relationship between compassion satisfaction and job satisfaction in delivering telehealth-based compassionate care. If you’ve used telehealth at least once a week in the past 90 days, your experience matters.
Study Details:
Eligibility Criteria: Primary care nurse practitioners who have used telehealth weekly in the last 90 days. Your participation will help shed light on the role of compassion in telehealth and improve care for patients.
For more information, please contact Amy Malcom at 706-474-4510 or AMALCOM@augusta.edu. Thank you for contributing to this meaningful research!
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Dr. Pamela Cromer, DNP, professor at Augusta University College of Nursing and director of Costa Layman International Outreach and Community Engagement, has been honored as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN). Dr. Cromer’s induction recognizes her substantial contributions to health care and community impact. She will be celebrated at the Academy’s Health Policy Conference, held in Washington, D.C. Dr. Cromer’s sponsors include Dr. Terri Marin, FAAN, and Dr. Dwayne Hooks, PhD, Dean of the College of Health at Clayton State University. Congratulations, Dr. Cromer, on this well-deserved honor!
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Discover the incredible work of ARCHWAy (Austell Residents Creating Health through Awareness and Empowerment), a project dedicated to improving community health through the efforts of our outstanding Community Health Workers. Led by a dynamic team from Emory School of Nursing that includes Beth Ann Swan, PhD, RN, FAAN; Quyen Phan, MPH; Kevin Crawford, RN; Sarah Febres-Cordero; Lalita Kaligotla; Roxana Chicas, PhD, RN; Nicholas A. Giordano, PhD, RN; Susan Brasher, PhD, RN; Rebekah Chance-Revels, PhD, MPH, RN; Anne Spaulding, MD; and Laika Steiger, PhD.
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Congratulations to Augusta University College of Nursing’s Dr. Cynthia Chernecky on publishing her 30th book! Dr. Chernecky’s latest work, Clinical Care Expert, will be released this fall by Cognella Publishers. A professor in the Nursing Science Department and Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, Dr. Chernecky’s prolific contributions include over 200 book chapters and journal articles with a focus on oncology and vascular access, and her research has earned more than 800 citations.
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Georgia State University Ph.D. nursing student Joy King, DNP, MBA, FNP-C, FAIHM, has been named one of Georgia Trend magazine’s 40 Under 40. Currently President-Elect of the Georgia Nurses Association (GNA) and adjunct professor at Georgia College and State University, Dr. King is a passionate advocate for health equity, focusing on rural health disparities in her legislative work with the GNA.
Dr. King is also establishing the Rayceen & George King Endowed Scholarship for African American DNP students at Georgia College & State University in honor of her parents, whose influence inspired her nursing journey.
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The Georgia Association of Nurse Anesthetists (GANA) are excited to announce their newly elected board, a talented and dynamic group of professionals committed to advancing our mission and vision. Their leadership and expertise promise to propel our organization to new heights. Join GANA in welcoming the new board members and stay tuned for the incredible initiatives they will bring to life.
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Congratulations Dr. Sophia Robinson-Harris, assistant professor at the University of West Georgia's Tanner Health System School of Nursing, as she has been elected as President of the American Psychiatric Nursing Association's Georgia Chapter. Her leadership will undoubtedly contribute to advancing the field of psychiatric nursing in our state.
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GNLC ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS
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NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES FROM NOBC
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The NOBC is seeking recommendations for two new board opportunities to support their mission of improving community health through nursing leadership.
Starting Point Behavioral Health
Location: NE Florida/SE Georgia
Nomination Deadline: Nov. 13, 2024
Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments
Location: Open Nationwide; Virtual
Nomination Deadline: Nov. 13, 2024
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CONVERSATIONS FROM THE EDGE EPISODE 2
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Date: Monday, November 18, 2024
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Virtual
Featured Panelist:
Marion Broome, PhD, RN, FAAN, Duke University,
Corey Fry, DNP, ACNP-BC, Oregon Health & Science University,
Sarah Szanton, PhD, RN, FAAN, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
Emory School of Nursing’s Conversations from the Edge webinar series brings together leading voices in nursing to explore pivotal challenges in healthcare. The next episode, titled The Attack on Nurse Practitioner Education. This episode promises an insightful discussion on the future of nurse practitioner education, led by these distinguished experts.
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THE LUCY MARION SCHOLARSHIP
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The Lucy Marion Scholarship Fund will recognize outstanding individuals who have promise for fulfilling Nursing Excellence. They are meeting the demands of high education standards, leadership, and advocacy.
This fund is modeled after the esteemed practice of our dearly loved and respected colleague, Dr. Lucy Marion, who has shaped patient care and nursing practice in the state of Georgia in such a way that will continue to influence future generations across the state, country, and world.
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UAPRN SCHOLARSHIP BLACK TIE DINNER
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Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Location: Bear's Best Atlanta
5342 Aldeburgh Drive
Suwanee, GA 30024
The UAPRN 2024 Scholarship Black Tie Dinner will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
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Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 11am - 3pm
Location: 3032 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
As the public becomes more aware of the critical need for nurses, we hope we are being heard. Help the Georgia Nurses Foundation advance the future of our profession by participating in “Toss a bag for Georgia Nurses” Cornhole Tournament. You will be investing in one of Georgia’s most precious and needed resources…nurses! The money you contribute to field a team or sponsor a board will go to Georgia Nurses Foundation to meet the needs of nurses and nursing in Georgia.
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Date: December 4, 2024
Time: 3pm - 6pm
Location: Margaret Anne Rollins Room and Plaza, R. Randall Rollins Building (RSPH)
1516 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30322
In collaboration with the Center for AIDS Research at Emory University, the Center for Healthcare History and Policy will be hosting historian Dr. Aishah Scott, Assistant Professor of Health Science and Black Studies at Providence College, who will discuss her upcoming book, “Respectability Can't Save You: HIV/AIDS in Urban Black America.” Dr. Scott’s talk will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Emory School of Nursing Assistant Professor Dr. Gaea Daniel and a group of community advocates. There will also be an exhibition of archival and artistic material from the Rose Library and community quilting groups, and a light reception afterwards.
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15th ANNUAL HEALTH CARE UNSCRAMBLED
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Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Location: Georgia Freight Depot
65 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Time: 7:30 - 11:00am
Georgians for a Healthy Future invites you to join for their 15th annual Health Care Unscrambled event. Health Care Unscrambled provides a unique opportunity for health advocates, policymakers, and stakeholders to come together for bipartisan discussions about Georgia’s health care landscape. Attendees will hear from state leaders about their priorities for the year ahead, gain insights from nationally-renowned experts, and learn more about the health experiences of Georgians.
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WHAT THE 2024 ELECTION MEANS FOR HEALTH CARE IN GA
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As the 2024 election approaches, the results will have major implications for health care in Georgia. Georgians for a Healthy Future’s recent blog post outlines what’s on the line, from affordable coverage and Medicaid expansion to funding for mental health and rural hospitals. This is a critical time to be informed about candidates’ positions on health care issues, particularly for underserved communities. Take a moment to understand how your vote can shape health care access and affordability for all Georgians
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JOINT-BLUE RIBBON COMMITTEE
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The Joint-Blue Ribbon Committee to Investigate Licensing Issues meeting was held on Friday, October 18, 2024. Watch the recording to hear key insights on addressing critical licensing challenges and proposed solutions affecting the field.
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