School of nursing news
September Highlights
Sep 15, 2014UMSN faculty step into the spotlight with new leadership roles and research findings; mentored student research inspires a message to peers; and a DNP student publishes with her informatics faculty mentor.
-- University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) Associate Professor Patricia Abbott, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, has been elected to the Open Source Electronic Health Record Alliance (OSEHRA) Board of Directors. It is the first time a woman and a nurse has been elected to this board. “Dr. Abbott brings a rare combination of academic and clinical experience to our board... Read more
New $2.3 Million Workplace Intervention Aims to Reduce Exposure Risk for Oncology Nurses
Sep 04, 2014The study is designed to promote safety at chemotherapy infusion sites.
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Researchers at the University of Michigan School of Nursing and Comprehensive Cancer Center have received a $2.3 million grant to study oncology nurses’ exposure to hazardous drugs, including identifying ways to reduce exposure.
“There are significant acute and long-term side effects from hazardous drug exposures in oncology settings, but not enough evidence-based, risk-reduction efforts to protect health care workers,” says Christopher Friese, PhD, RN, AOCN®, FAAN,... Read more
Welcome to a New Year, Plus a Video from U-M President Schlissel
Sep 02, 2014Major progress on our high-tech academic building excites the UMSN community at the start of 2014-15.
Students and faculty making their way to University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) for a new semester have been marveling at the evolution of our new building over the summer. An August 20 “topping” ceremony marked completion of the steel structure, and the gorgeous top-floor view of the Huron River valley is becoming apparent. Progress can also be monitored via a live webcam. The building is scheduled to open for fall 2015.
Meanwhile, as the 2014-2015 school year begins... Read moreSpotlight on Our Clinical Nurse Specialist Program (CNS week is Sept. 1-7)
Sep 01, 2014The position is highly employable and creates opportunities for making real changes in health systems.
This article was originally published in Jan. 2014. The article has been republished in honor of National Clinical Nurse Specialist Recognition Week, Sept. 1-7
“A clinical nurse specialist is focused on bringing evidence to the bedside and implementing system wide changes to improve patient outcomes” says Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) Associate Professor Cynthia Arslanian-Engoren, Ph.D., RN, ACNS-BC, FAHA, FAAN.
... Read moreFinal Piece of Structural Steel Placed in UMSN’s New Academic Facility
Aug 20, 2014The “topping ceremony” was an opportunity for the UMSN community to celebrate the milestone.
Cheers and clapping erupted as construction crews lifted the final piece of steel into place in the University of Michigan School of Nursing’s (UMSN) new academic facility. The beam was draped with American, University of Michigan and UMSN flags. It was then positioned on the top floor of the building and represents the final piece of the main building’s core structure. In addition to the excited faculty and staff members watching the excitement from North... Read more
August Highlights
Aug 15, 2014Welcoming a first-time visitor, funding to focus on the sexual health of cancer survivors, addressing the primary care provider shortage, more.
UMSN had the wonderful surprise of a visit from new U-M President Schlissel in late August. He checked in on construction of the new academic building—on the day the final beam of structural steel was placed. Then he met academic and student services staff and administrators and observed a simulation in the Clinical Learning Center (CLC). “President Schlissel seemed down-to-earth and genuinely interested in what we are doing,” said CLC... Read more
Research Training Expands UMSN’s Global Focus in Thailand
Aug 06, 2014The new program will center on noncommunicable diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.
“Everything we learn through research has potential benefits for all patients who experience similar disease, problems and even life situations,” says Kathleen Potempa, PhD, RN, FAAN, dean of the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) of the expanding partnership between UMSN and Thai health care agencies and universities.
The “Strengthening Nurse NCD Research and Training Capacity in Thailand” project is funded by a $1.15 million grant from the Fogarty... Read moreRoad Maps and Flight Plans, for Culturally Competent Nursing Science
Jul 29, 2014From communities in the Americas to Africa and Asia, UMSN faculty and students make summer a global health season.
“It is essential for our students to develop an understanding of communities, cultures and values beyond what they are accustomed to in order to provide the culturally competent care that every person deserves,” says University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN previous Dean) and professor Kathleen Potempa, Ph.D., RN, FAAN. “That’s why exposing students to different populations right here in Southeastern Michigan, across the country, and across the world is a vital... Read moreJuly Highlights
Jul 18, 2014UMSN has new leadership in research, plus expanded focus in global health.
--Janean E. Holden, PhD, RN, FAAN, has been officially approved by the University of Michigan Regents as the U-M School of Nursing (UMSN) Associate Dean for Research. Dr. Holden has been consistently funded for her research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 1999 and brings many years of experience and expertise to the position. "Dr. Holden has made significant discoveries related to neural pathways that contribute to chronic pain," says UMSN Dean Kathleen Potempa, PhD, RN,... Read more
UMSN Works on Improving Diversity in Health Care with Opportunities for Young Students
Jul 03, 2014Along with preparing the next generation of nursing leaders, UMSN’s special two-week summer program focuses on the next, next generation of leaders.
"You come into the program and don’t know anyone so it’s a little nerve-wracking, but it’s a great experience because you learn so much about health care,” says Sonia Avalos, a high school senior from Texas. She was one of 13 high school students who participated in the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) Exploring Nursing as a Career for Tomorrow (EnAct) program.
The two-week program brings students from... Read more
