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🚨Applications are now open for the fourth Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses cohort beginning in February 2025! Any Arizona healthcare facility licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services that hires new graduate registered nurses is eligible to apply for the program. What you need to know: 👩⚕️This program aspires to create an environment where our nurses can transition seamlessly from academia to practice. 🏥Priority is given to critical access hospitals or hospitals located in counties with a population of less than 500,000 people. 👉Participation in the program is voluntary, and there is no cost to join. ❌Hospitals with existing 12-month Transition to Practice programs are not eligible for this program. Meeting the needs of new graduate nurses is a critical piece to increasing the nursing pipeline in Arizona. The Arizona Transition to Practice Program aims to address these gaps as nurses transition from academia to practice. AzHHA has partnered with a national vendor, OpusVi (Latin for workforce), who has developed a transition to practice program that enables healthcare systems and organizations to upskill and retain top talent. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/g5NAJtrc

🚨Applications are now open for the third Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses cohort beginning in August 2024! Any Arizona healthcare facility licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services that hires new graduate registered nurses is eligible to apply for the program. What you need to know: 👩⚕️This program aspires to create an environment where our nurses can transition seamlessly from academia to practice. 🏥Priority is given to critical access hospitals or hospitals located in counties with a population of less than 500,000 people. 👉Participation in the program is voluntary, and there is no cost to join. ❌Hospitals with existing 12-month Transition to Practice programs are not eligible for this program. Why it matters: Meeting the needs of new graduate nurses is a critical piece to increasing the nursing pipeline in Arizona. The Arizona Transition to Practice Program aims to address these gaps as nurses transition from academia to practice. AzHHA has partnered with a national vendor, OpusVi (Latin for workforce), who has developed a transition to practice program that enables healthcare systems and organizations to upskill and retain top talent. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/g5NAJtrc

🚨Applications are now open for the second Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses cohort beginning in June 2024! Any Arizona healthcare facility licensed by ADHS that hires new graduate registered nurses is eligible to apply for the program. What you need to know: 👩⚕️This program will create an environment where our nurses can transition seamlessly from academia to practice. 🏥Priority will be given to critical access hospitals or hospitals located in counties with a population of less than 500,000 people. 👉Participation in the program is voluntary, and there is no cost to join. ❌Hospitals with existing 12-month Transition to Practice programs are not eligible for this program. Why it matters: Meeting the needs of new graduate nurses is a critical piece to increasing the nursing pipeline in Arizona. The Arizona Transition to Practice Program aims to address these gaps as nurses transition from academia to practice. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/g5NAJtrc.

🚨Applications are being accepted for future cohorts of the Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses. Program start dates align with graduation dates. New graduate nurses will be eligible for the cohort closest to their NCLEX pass date. What you need to know: 👩⚕️ Any Arizona healthcare facility licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services that hires new graduate registered nurses is eligible to apply for the program. 🏥Priority is given to critical access hospitals or hospitals located in counties with a population of less than 500,000 people. 👉Participation in the program is voluntary, and there is no cost to join. ❌Hospitals with existing 12-month Transition to Practice programs are not eligible for this program. Why it matters: This program aspires to create an environment where our nurses can transition seamlessly from academia to practice. AzHHA has partnered with a national vendor, OpusVi (Latin for workforce), who has developed a transition to practice program that enables healthcare systems and organizations to upskill and retain top talent. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/g5NAJtrc

🌟 Exciting Research Announcement 🌟 I am thrilled to share with my professional network the publication of my latest research on an immensely important topic within the healthcare sector: "Barriers and motivating factors for licensed practical nurses to pursue a bachelor's degree in nursing”. Highlighting the need to create a customized LPN to BSN Program, leading to student success. This work dives deep into understanding the crucial factors that influence Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in their decision to advance their education and qualifications through a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Our findings shed light on the significant barriers LPNs face, alongside the motivators that could lead to a more robust and supportive educational pathway. The implications of this research are far-reaching, offering valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and healthcare institutions on how to better support LPNs in their professional growth and address the growing demand for highly qualified nursing professionals. This study not only highlights the challenges but also outlines potential strategies to create more accessible and effective LPN to BSN programs, which are essential for enhancing patient care quality and meeting the complex needs of our healthcare system. I invite you all to read and share your thoughts on this pivotal research. Together, we can contribute to a more dynamic, educated, and skilled nursing workforce. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eFMQi5KP Your engagement and feedback are invaluable as we continue to explore and advocate for innovative solutions in nursing education and professional development. Let's discuss how we can collectively work towards empowering LPNs with the opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in their careers. #NursingEducation #LPNtoBSN #HealthcareInnovation #ProfessionalDevelopment #NursingResearch

Exciting Research Alert! My esteemed colleague, Dr. Salvatore Diaz, DNP, MSN, RN, has recently published a groundbreaking article. His research sheds light on the transformative impact of bridging the gap between practical nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. #NursingEducation #Research #TransformativeLearning

🌊 Ride the Wave of Success with State Nursing Pool Licensure! 🩺✨ Healthcare staffing is tough—let’s face it, finding qualified nurses can feel like spotting a unicorn 🦄. But what if you had access to a pool of licensed, ready-to-work nurses across multiple states? Enter: State Nursing Pool Licensure—your agency’s golden ticket to expanding your reach and filling roles faster than ever. Here’s why your agency needs it: 💼 Broader Talent Pool: More states = more nurses. Simple math. ⏱️ Reduced Time-to-Fill: Stop scrambling for coverage; start scheduling with ease. 💰 Competitive Edge: More nurses in your pipeline = happier clients = more $$$. But navigating the licensing requirements? That’s like assembling IKEA furniture without instructions. That’s where CliniSight comes in. We streamline the process, ensuring compliance, saving you time, and letting you focus on what you do best. Ready to level up? Let’s dive into the State Nursing Pool Licensure process together. Because at CliniSight, we don’t just assist—we make success a team sport. https://hubs.ly/Q02Z39xx0 [email protected] 402.237.6015 #CliniSightLLC #BetterTogether #HealthcareStaffing #NursingLicensure #StateLicensure #StaffingSolutions #StateNursingPoolLicensure #TalentPool

How much control do you have over your case mix, and how can you ensure you have the right bed available for the right patient at the right time? Are you looking to improve your EDD conversion rate, remove discharge barriers, and increase post acute placement acceptance? If the answer to any of these is yes, please stop by and talk to the ABOUT team. We’re delivering substantial, proven results. #patientflow #discharge #capacitymanagement #hospitals #healthsystems #acute #postacute #ai #hospitaloperations #los #drg #edd

The transition from novice to expert in nursing is a journey that unfolds over time, shaped by exposure to diverse situations that foster skill and knowledge development. The healthcare sector faced a significant challenge during the pandemic as many experienced nurses, who played a pivotal role in guiding the novice-to-expert trajectory for their peers, left the workforce. While we welcome a cohort of capable and enthusiastic new nurses, the absence of seasoned mentors has posed a challenge in nurturing their growth. To address this critical need in our profession, we have embraced innovative approaches to provide valuable experience for our novice nurses, ensuring their success in patient care. Through the implementation of simulations, engaging activities, mentorship programs, emphasis on soft skills development, and opportunities to enhance critical thinking, we are actively cultivating the experience and expertise of our nursing team. In this evolving landscape, the presence of strong leadership and dedicated nurse educators has become more indispensable than ever. Their guidance and support are instrumental in empowering our nursing staff to deliver high-quality patient care effectively. Together, we are navigating this paradigm shift in healthcare, prioritizing the growth and development of our nursing workforce to meet the challenges of the present and future. #NursingEducation #HealthcareInnovation

Fellow Michigan nurses, employers and healthcare organizations, I need your help. 📣 Support National Compact Nursing Licenses Compact licensing allows Michigan nurses to work remotely while serving in other states where your organization may have patients/staff in. Michigan borders 3 other states that nurses could easily travel to and work in with a compact license. A national state compact license is essential in our changing economy and workforce. The compact license negates the need to add more licenses if the organization grows and aquires new territories. The compact license is working in 40 states; these require the nurse to actively apply, answer specific regulatory compliance questions in order keep individual practice acts at the forefront. The NLC saves money, time and resources to the nurse, the employer and people we provide care for. If you reside in Michigan it costs more to be multi state licensed and many companies may shy away from hiring nurses from Michigan for these top paying/flexible positions simply because it costs to much to be multistate licensed. https://lnkd.in/gC-PSiE6 I will post contact information in the comments. Michigan house is in recess til Dec 10th, let's give them work to do when they get back.