MARY’S CURRENT ROLE since 2022 is a Clinical Practice Coordinator for Common Spirit Health. Mary’s office is located in Kearney, Nebraska at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital. Mary has been a registered nurse for 36 years, she has worked as…

In the rapidly shifting healthcare landscape, nurses stand at the forefront, not just as caregivers but as vital advocates for patient welfare. For Nebraska nurses, proficiency in Medicare can significantly amplify their ability to serve and support the diverse needs…

Connect Beyond the Virtual Screen CONSIDER THE VALUE OF ATTENDING THE NNA IN-PERSON CONVENTION & MEMBERSHIP MEETING OCTOBER 3 & 4 IN TODAY’S DIGITALLY connected world, where virtual meetings and online events have become the norm, the allure of attending…

THE NNF IS PROUD to continue our Lasting Legacy Interview Series by featuring Kim Houtwed, MBA, BSN, RN, the Executive Director of the Nebraska Nurses Association and an active member of the ANA/NNA beyond her staff duties. Kim has worked…

NNA Panhandle MIG Update EMMA JOHNSON was the “Student Nurse of the Year” UNMC CON- Scottsbluff division program. Congrats Emma! The Panhandle MIG collaborated with Regional West Medical Center (RWMC), UNMC- alumni, Panhandle Public Health District, NNA, and the Nebraska…

THE NNF is once again accepting applications for project grants. The grants are designed to provide funding to NNA members for evidence-based practice, quality improvement or innovation projects conducted within clinical nursing or education settings. As facilities continue to emerge…

NURSE PRACTITIONERS (NPS) are the fastest-growing group of healthcare providers, with an increase of 8.5% over the past year and anticipated growth of over 40% by 2031 (American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2023). Nurse practitioners must provide clinical recommendations using…