2024 Equity-Minded Nurse Awards Program

2024 Equity-Minded Nurse Awards Program

Calling all equity-minded nurses!

The AARP Center for Health Equity through NursingSM and the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, with support from national nursing organizations, have launched the 2024 Equity-Minded Nurse Awards Program to recognize nurses who are helping lead the way to health equity through practice, education, research, or leadership. Please consider applying, nominating someone, or sharing word of the program with others who may be interested.

 

Five awardees in separate categories will receive $1,000 each, plus paid travel to a reception Sept.10 in Baltimore, where they will be recognized before an audience of national nursing leaders and educators at Coppin State University.

 

This program is sponsored by the AARP Center for Health Equity through NursingSM (A-CHEN) and the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, an initiative of AARP Foundation, AARP and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Co-sponsors include the American Nurses Association/National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing; American Academy of Nursing; American Association of Colleges of Nursing; American Organization for Nurse Leadership and the National League for Nursing.

Long-Term Care/Assisted Living Nurse Residency Program

Long-Term Care/Assisted Living Nurse Residency Program

The New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing (NJCCN) has created the New Jersey Nursing Collaborative for Long Term Care. The Collaborative will deliver a Long-Term Care/Assisted Living Residency Program for both new RN and LPN graduates .  This program is a 12-month online transition into practice program.  The overall intent is to enhance new nurse retention and patient safety. This program is partially supported by a grant from the NJ Industry Partnerships – New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development.  Click HERE for more details.

Distinguished Nurse Leadership Series

Distinguished Nurse Leadership Series

Journeys to Success in Nursing Leadership: Timeless Takeaways

Save the Date:

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Join us for an inspiring session full of timeless takeaways that shape success in nursing leadership, and empower yourself to lead with confidence and impact in today’s ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Our expert panel of Rutgers graduates, Dr. Judith Persichilli and Dr. Michelle Cohen, will discuss the intrinsic value of recognizing and harnessing talent within the nursing profession. Through real-life anecdotes and insightful discussions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how acknowledging and nurturing talent not only elevates individual careers but also contributes to the overall strength and resilience of the nursing workforce. Whether you’re an experienced nursing leader or an emerging professional, this webinar offers a holistic approach to leadership development. Click HERE to register!

NJCCN Podcast: Nursing Insights

NJCCN Podcast: Nursing Insights

Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system. Among organizations seeking to help expand the nursing workforce is the New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing (NJCCN), which emphasizes the sharing of essential information on the profession. As its latest initiative, the NJCCN is introducing Nursing Insights, a new podcast featuring conversations with nurses from a range of professional and personal backgrounds. Click HERE to listen on your favorite streaming service.

New Jersey League for Nursing Scholarship Opportunities

New Jersey League for Nursing Scholarship Opportunities

The New Jersey League for Nursing (NJLN) is offering $100,000 in scholarship awards to assist with the Nursing education of their members. The NJLN is accepting application submissions for the 2023 Dr. Maureen Sullivan Foley Memorial Scholarship Awards. Click HERE for more details regarding the scholarship overview, criteria, and application.