As one of NJCCN’s mission statements is to: “Transform the healthcare system through research and innovative model programs,” the New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing (NJCCN) invites proposals for the George Hebert Legacy Grant Award. Proposals can be submitted by nurse researchers (PhD), nurses with a current DNP, or doctoral nursing students (DNP or PhD) currently working on an IRB approved project that addresses nursing workforce related topics. Priority will be given to the following topics:
George J. Hebert served the New Jersey Board of Nursing from 2000-2015.
PRIORITY TOPICS
Innovative APN Practice Models
Outcomes on Residency Programs (Specialty area transitions and post-acute care settings)
Emerging roles for LPNs in a changing healthcare environment
Workforce gaps
Impact of school nurses in the community
Strategies to address the nursing faculty shortage
Funding will be up to $2500.
TIMELINE
Application Deadline: 12/05/2018
Awards will be Announced: 2/01/2019
Funding Period: 4/01/2019 – 3/31/2019
Final Project Report Due: 4/01/2020
CRITERIA
Applicants must be current DNP or PhD nursing students from an accredited NJ based doctoral program OR nurse researcher (PhD) OR completed DNP based in NJ.
Findings must be available within 1 year of date of submission and be made available to the NJCCN for publication on the NJCCN website.
Funds can be used for data analysis and or project implementation costs. Funds cannot be used to supplement salaries or student tuition.
Applications can be sent via e-mail to Dr. Edna Cadmus, . Questions may be directed to Victoria Field, , (973) 353-2715.
All submissions will be blinded and reviewed by the NJCCN review committee. Awards will be at the sole discretion of the NJCCN.
Grant recipients are responsible for submitting a final narrative report, minimum of 5 pages to include a plan for dissemination and next steps, and an executive summary of approximately 450 words. The final narrative and executive report are due 60 days after the end of the grant period.
Recipients are also expected to submit findings/results at one of the NJCCN’s meetings within 1 year of completion of the study/project.
Failure to complete the requirement within the allotted time period may result in full repayment of the award to the NJCCN.
The grantee must acknowledge the NJCCN as a funding source in any publication.
The grantee must provide the NJCCN with a reprint of any publication resulting from the work.
The NJCCN may wish to publicize portions of any or all reports, documents, and materials developed by the grantee and will do so only with the permission of the grantee.
FORMAT
A succinct proposal (not to exceed 5 double spaced pages, Times New Roman or Arial Font size 12) outlining the project to include:
Purpose/aim of project; background and significance; objectives; timeline; methodology; nursing implications
Abstract, bibliography, budget and IRB approval letter (these will not count toward the 5 page limit)
Bio-sketch (not to exceed 250 words) for each member of the team
Complete a budget worksheet outlining how the $2,500 grant money will be utilized.
Include two letters of support for this project, and if applicable, an executive sponsor letter of support.
Edna Cadmus, Executive Director of the NJCCN, will be plenary keynote speaker at the Annual Convention of the New Jersey League for Nursing! The 2018 convention will run from March 28 – 29. The Center will also be presenting a research poster. Follow the link below for more information and conference registration.
In light of recent changes at the New Jersey Board of Nursing, The NJCCN sent the following official statement to state government offices and professional nursing organizations:
The New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing’s (NJCCN) mission is to ensure that competent future oriented, diverse nursing providers are available in sufficient number and preparation to meet the demand of the evolving healthcare system in NJ. We serve as a central repository for education, practice and research related to nursing workforce. We work with the Board of Nursing (BON) to collect and analyze data both on educational capacity (annual) and workforce data at time of licensure. Timing of data collection and dissemination influence our ability to respond to current nursing workforce needs and to predict future needs. The lack of leadership, adequate staffing and time lag of communications has an adverse effect on our work. To this end we want to ensure that NJ creates and advances structures and processes at the Board of Nursing that will strengthen our workforce as we move forward.
Why is the BON structure and process so critical to New Jersey?
The BON has its main purpose to protect the public from harm by ensuring minimum qualification and competencies for RNs, LPNs, APNs, Sexual Assault, Forensic Nurses, Home-Makers/Home Health Aides. Failure to do so impacts quality of care and safety of our consumers. As healthcare evolves, nurses and other providers are moving at a rapid pace from a structured environment into the community.
Therefore, the State needs an efficient means to adapt to the changing environment, providing the guidance and regulations necessary to ensure a properly trained, skilled and safety conscious workforce. The BON is responsible to ensure that the Nurse Practice Act (which guides nursing practice) and other regulations are in-line with the evolving roles of those they license or certify.
The Board oversees over 200,000 licensed nurses and certified homemakers and home health aides in NJ. Delays in licensure or certifications not only impact the individual, but most importantly the workforce vacancies impact the care of consumers in NJ. Commitment to development of a staffing pattern that adjusts for fluctuations in activity is essential as we move forward to meet this need. For example, at times of graduation or large licensure renewals there needs to be additional seasonal positions or overtime to accomplish this very important task.
The BON is designed so that professionals regulate the profession therefore, it is important to have nurses hired that oversee each of the functions of the Board of Nursing to better meet the needs of the nursing workforce. Redefining the structure to ensure this is important.
What is the Board of Nursing responsible for?
The Board of Nursing is responsible to:
Evaluate licensure applications
New graduates
Internationally educated nurses
Endorsements from nurses licensed in other states
Renewal of licenses/certifications
For RNs, LPNs, APNs, Sexual Assault, Forensic Nurses, Home-Makers/Home Health Aides
Monitors contact hours for those where it’s a requirement
Imposes disciplinary action to include: reprimand, probation, restrict practice, suspend or revoke. Issues include:
Incompetent practice
Unethical practice
Criminal convictions
Approval or closure of Nursing Education Programs (all levels) Promulgates Rules/Regulations
How is the Board of Nursing organized?
1 Executive Director which is vacant as of 8/11/17
15 volunteer members appointed by the Governor
Home Care and Hospice Association of NJ ConsumersThe NJCCN Board and Advisory Council is represented by the following entities who are concerned about the future state of the Board of Nursing. They include:
New Jersey Hospital Association Practical Nurse Educators Council of NJ Staff Nurse
New Jersey State Nurses Association New Jersey League for Nursing
New Jersey Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Programs in Nursing
New Jersey Council of Associate Degree Nursing Programs
Association of Diploma Schools of Professional Nursing
Healthcare Association of New Jersey
We will make ourselves available to assist during this time of transition.
The NJCCN’s residency program in Long-Term Care was correlated with an 86% increase in retention of nurses entering the field. This residency program can be replicated through our recent publication of detailed lesson plans and external resources.
Health Leaders Media reports that “Post-acute care has become an essential component of value-based care. By preparing new nurses through a long-term care residency program, facilities can improve nurse retention, confidence, and competency. Accountable care organizations, value-based care, and new reimbursement models are changing the healthcare landscape, and with that the role of the post-acute care nurse is evolving as well.” To view their full article, please click here.
Our 2017 Educational Summit was a great success! On April 7, more than 100 nurses gathered at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe, NJ. The conference aimed to inspire grassroots nurses to use innovation as a strategy for defining new and current roles across the healthcare continuum.
Lynn Fick-Cooper’s keynote speech at our Educational Summit focused on self-care as an important component of resiliency. The high stakes of nursing professions pose risk of mental exhaustion and burn-out. It is so important to remember that we cannot effectively manage other people’s wellness unless we prioritize our own mental and physical health.
Laurie Haworth and Liz Klingensmith from Mercy Virtual presented advancements in the role of virtual nursing. They demonstrated that virtual nursing isn’t about replacing the bedside nurse – it’s about providing an extra layer of support and communication to increase monitoring of vitals, ease communication with patients, and improve the quality of care.
Mary Ann Christopher, a Horizon Executive, spoke on the role of nurses in transforming the system of care.
Tiffany Kelley provided a personal account of her journey as a nurse entrepreneur. Every nurse has the potential to become a problem-solver because they can capitalize on their uniquely personal insight into the challenges of healthcare.
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