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National League for Nursing Deputy Chief Communications Officer
ICYMI: NLN Strongly Opposes Department of Education Refusal to Classify Nursing as a Professional Discipline Action Would Undermine Efforts to Address the Nation’s Nursing Shortage Read the
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www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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NLN Strongly Opposes Department of Education Refusal to Classify Nursing as a Professional Discipline
Action Would Undermine Efforts to Address the Nation’s Nursing Shortage
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/12/01/national-league-for-nursing-strongly-opposes-department-of-education-refusal-to-classify-nursing-as-a-professional-discipline
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National League for Nursing
7 days ago
As the candles are lit this week, we send our warmest thoughts to all our members who celebrate. Happy Hanukkah! Wishing you eight wonderful nights of love and light. 🕎
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We at the
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agree! Nurse scientists do deserve a lot more recognition for their work. Thank you for all that you do for nursing!
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
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Why Nursing Science Deserves More Recognition
Nursing science consistently fails to receive the recognition, funding, and policy support it deserves. That costs lives.
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/why-nursing-science-deserves-more-recognition-2025a1000vga
about 1 month ago
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Don't miss the latest news alerts from the NLN. Find them in the NLN Newsroom, including a recent Vision Statement about AI, the 20th anniversary of certifying nurse educators & recent NLN elections, including the 1st chair representing an HBCU & 1st male chair-elect.
www.nln.org/news/archive...
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Archived News Releases & Statements
Search for NLN news and statements from previous years
https://www.nln.org/news/archived-news-releases-statements
about 1 month ago
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The Associated Press
about 1 month ago
Nurses played outsized roles in World War II, saving lives and comforting patients both at home and abroad. Some were killed by enemy fire while others spent years as prisoners of war. A coalition of retired nurses say time is running out to honor the women who set the foundation for nursing in war.
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WWII nurses who dodged bullets and saved lives deserve Congressional honor, lawmakers say
A coalition of retired military nurses and others is pushing to award the Congressional Gold Medal to World War II nurses.
https://bit.ly/49Mjt1E
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about 2 months ago
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We're making history at the
@nlnursing.bsky.social
! First NLN Chair to represent a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and first man elected to NLN Chair-Elect Read more at
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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NLN Elects New National Leadership
Recognizing Historic Firsts for NLN Chair & NLN Chair-Elect
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/10/06/nln-elects-new-national-leadership
2 months ago
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Visited Punxsutawney Phil at Gobbler’s Knob this weekend
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Check out a new article published online and in USA Today from
@nlnursing.bsky.social
President and CEO Dr. Beverly Malone.
www.educationandcareernews.com/careers-in-n...
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Securing Nursing’s Future Amid Shortages and Workplace Challenges
The shortage of nurses has created abundant job opportunities, but barriers to entry threaten efforts to improve recruitment and retention.
https://www.educationandcareernews.com/careers-in-nursing/securing-nursings-future-amid-shortages-and-workplace-challenges/
3 months ago
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More important news out of this year's NLN Education Summit! NLN Celebrates 20 Years of the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE®) Credential Read more at
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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NLN Celebrates 20 Years of the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE®) Credential
Over 18,000 Nurse Educators Have Earned the Coveted Designation for the Specialized Advanced Practice Role
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/09/19/nln-celebrates-20-years-of-the-certified-nurse-educator-(cne-)-credential
3 months ago
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If you missed the NLN Education Summit, you missed some big news! First up: NLN Publishes New Vision Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Nursing Education Read more at
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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NLN Publishes New Vision Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Nursing Education
AI & the Vision Statement Will Be the Focus of the PCEO Address at the NLN Education Summit
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/09/17/nln-publishes-new-vision-statement-on-artificial-intelligence-(ai)-in-nursing-education
3 months ago
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National League for Nursing
3 months ago
To kick off
#NLNSummit25
, we were proud to honor visionary leaders in nursing education, including the past presidents and NLN chairs whose “good trouble” has shaped the future of nursing education & NLN President's Award honorees Dr. Andrea Lindell and Dr. Bernadette Melnyk.
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If you're a nursing educator, I hope you'll be joining the National League for Nursing this week in Orlando! The NLN Education Summit will be Wednesday-Friday with the theme of The Challenge: Unraveling the Mysteries of AI. We'll be breaking news each day of the Summit. Check it out at
www.NLN.org
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3 months ago
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Check out a new article being published online and in USA Today from
@nlnursing.bsky.social
President and CEO Dr. Beverly Malone.
www.futureofpersonalhealth.com/senior-healt...
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Nursing Education Plays a Vital Role in Meeting the Dynamic Needs of America’s Elderly
Thanks to transformations in nursing education, today’s nurses are better prepared than ever to practice outstanding geriatric nursing.
https://www.futureofpersonalhealth.com/senior-health/nursing-education-plays-a-vital-role-in-meeting-the-dynamic-needs-of-americas-elderly/
4 months ago
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Star Trek Minus Context
4 months ago
It's the weekend, baby
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National League for Nursing
4 months ago
We recently announced recipients of some of the top honors and recognition in nursing education, with more winners to be announced soon. All will be honored at
#NLNSummit25
— we hope to see you there to celebrate your outstanding colleagues! Read more:
bit.ly/3PWX33u
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#NursingSky
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Star Trek Minus Context
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It's awards season at the
@nlnursing.bsky.social
! Find out the winners and honorees for the Academy of Nursing Education, Centers of Excellence, and NLN Foundation Scholarships Awards at
www.nln.org/news/archive...
. Coming soon: NLN President's Awards and NLN Awards winners!
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Archived News Releases & Statements
Search for NLN news and statements from previous years
https://www.nln.org/news/archived-news-releases-statements
5 months ago
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Check this out, a new on-demand AI webinar from
@nlnursing.bsky.social
! Advancing Nursing Education with AI: Leveraging ChatGPT Learn about AI and ChatGPT's capabilities, delving into its current applications and emphasizing its role in enhancing simulation activities.
www.nln.org/education/ed...
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NLN OnDemand Courses
Enhance your learning on a variety of nursing education topics
https://www.nln.org/education/education/nln-ondemand-courses
5 months ago
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Thank you to Working Nurse for profiling
@nlnursing.bsky.social
President & CEO Dr. Beverly Malone! Regarding the nursing shortage, as Dr. Malone says, "The lack of nurse educators leads to a lack of nurses at the bedside." Read more at
www.workingnurse.com/articles/mee...
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Meet Beverly Malone of the NLN - Working Nurse
Beverly Malone, CEO and president of National League for Nursing, describes the goals and mission of the organization.
https://www.workingnurse.com/articles/meet-beverly-malone-of-the-nln/
6 months ago
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Interested in learning more about the Standardization of Nursing Education in the US: From Apprenticeships to University-Based Programs? Check out a brief overview here...
www.infectioncontroltoday.com/view/broaden...
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Broadening the Path: Diverse Educational Routes Into Infection Prevention Careers
Once dominated by nurses, infection prevention now welcomes professionals from public health, lab science, and respiratory therapy—each bringing unique expertise that strengthens patient safety and IP...
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/view/broadening-path-diverse-educational-routes-infection-prevention-careers
6 months ago
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Mike Keaton
The Onion
6 months ago
Study Finds Tiny Nose Robots Can Be Used To Clean Sinuses
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What are the top qualities & strengths of being a good nurse? Here's a great list!
nurse.org/education/qu...
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12 Top Qualities & Strengths of a Good Nurse
We break down the top traits that make someone a truly good nurse.
https://nurse.org/education/qualities-good-nurse/
6 months ago
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Concerned about an economic downturn? Consider a career in nursing or nursing education! Health care professionals & educators are best poised to provide job security during a recession. Learn more & check out info & resources with
@nlnursing.bsky.social
&
NLN.org
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www.msn.com/en-us/money/...
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https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/10-recession-proof-jobs-that-can-withstand-a-downturn/ar-AA1H3cII
6 months ago
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Here's the latest on how AI is affecting nursing and health care. Are you a nurse educator? Join the
@nlnursing.bsky.social
at our Summit, Sept. 17-19 in Orlando, Florida, as we face The Challenge: Unraveling the Mysteries of AI. Find out more at
summit.nln.org
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medcitynews.com/2025/06/7-wa...
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7 Ways AI Is Helping Nurses and Transforming Healthcare - MedCity News
AI can free up 20% of nurses’ time by reducing documentation, which takes up to 60% of their shifts, helping combat burnout and improve patient care.
https://medcitynews.com/2025/06/7-ways-ai-is-helping-nurses-and-transforming-healthcare/
6 months ago
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The National League for Nursing opposes eliminating the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR). See what we've had to say... NLN Calls on Congress to Protect Public Investments in the Health of All Americans
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
www.science.org/content/arti...
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Trump budget proposes killing nursing research institute
A tiny sliver of NIH, it has provided an evidence base for bedside care, shrinking mortality and saving dollars
https://www.science.org/content/article/trump-budget-proposes-killing-nursing-research-institute
6 months ago
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Schrödinger's bat
6 months ago
Buster Keaton was famous for performing his own stunts in his films, many of which could have resulted in injury or death, but probably the most incredible was the scene where the entire front of a house falls around him.
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"The National League of Nursing agrees with Stephanie Solomon. Its latest Nursing Education Research report pegs the nursing shortage directly to the shortage of nursing educators." Read more...
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Multiple efforts are ongoing to address Tallahassee's nursing shortage
Lack of student preparation for nurse training, retention of existing nurses and lack of nursing educators are among the challenges.
https://news.wfsu.org/wfsu-local-news/2025-06-08/multiple-efforts-are-ongoing-to-address-tallahassees-nursing-shortage
7 months ago
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What a great idea!
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Why not appoint a nurse as the U.S. surgeon general? | Opinion
Appointing the first doctorate-prepared nurse as surgeon general would leverage the trust that everyday people already have in nurses.
https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/surgeon-general-appointment-nurse-scientist-20250529.html
7 months ago
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Breaking News from
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! Dr. Cynthia Bradley to Explore AI & Simulation-Based Education during the Debra L. Spunt Lecture at the 2025 NLN Education Summit From Headsets to Datasets: Empowering Nurse Educators to Use AI in Immersive Simulation & Beyond
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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Dr. Cynthia Bradley to Explore AI & Simulation-Based Education during the Debra L. Spunt Lecture at the 2025 NLN Education Summit in Orlando, Florida
From Headsets to Datasets: Empowering Nurse Educators to Use AI in Immersive Simulation & Beyond
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/05/21/dr.-cynthia-sherraden-bradley-to-explore-ai-simulation-based-education-during-the-debra-l.-spunt-lecture-at-the-2025-nln-education-summit-in-orlando-florida
7 months ago
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Thank you
@healthysim.bsky.social
for the feature story about the
@nlnursing.bsky.social
and simulation!
www.healthysimulation.com/national-lea...
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National League for Nursing (NLN) | HealthySimulation.com
National League for Nursing ( NLN) has been involved in nursing simulation and clinical simulation research for numerous years. HealthySimulation.com signed a media partnership to support the NLN in M...
https://www.healthysimulation.com/national-league-for-nursing-nln/
7 months ago
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Mike Keaton
Matthew Dowd
7 months ago
happy bday English nurse/social reformer Florence Nightingale, b.1820, and today is International Nurses Day. And the theme this year is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies”. Let us celebrate and support our nurses who do so much and make so many sacrifices.
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Mike Keaton
National League for Nursing
8 months ago
The NLN calls on Congress to protect federal investments that support the health of every American. We reiterate our strong opposition to proposed cuts in the Trump Administration budget blueprint to NINR, NIH and Title VIII nursing education & faculty support programs. Our statement:
bit.ly/3GIXqfP
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Mike Keaton
National League for Nursing
8 months ago
🧵 Nurses make the difference, and nurse educators are vital in shaping nurses who make the difference — every student, every day. To celebrate them this National
#NursesWeek
, here are 10 fascinating facts about nursing education.
#Nursing
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Mike Keaton
National League for Nursing
8 months ago
We're pleased to sponsor the
@apha.org
News Quiz this
#NationalNursesMonth
in celebration of nurse educators everywhere!
add a skeleton here at some point
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Breaking News! Nursing Schools to More Than Double GenAI Use in 2-3 Years NLN President & CEO Beverly Malone: “We are able to find areas where clinical practice and education may vary, giving an opportunity to maximize the education-to-practice transition.”
www.businesswire.com/news/home/20...
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Wolters Kluwer Survey: Nursing Schools to More Than Double GenAI Use in 2-3 Years
College and university nursing programs continue to analyze new technologies to prepare students for a career in patient care. To see how these trends contin...
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250430381778/en/Wolters-Kluwer-Survey-Nursing-Schools-to-More-Than-Double-GenAI-Use-in-2-3-Years
8 months ago
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Mike Keaton
National League for Nursing
8 months ago
👋 Hello Bluesky! We are the National League for Nursing, the US’s first nursing organization and dedicated to supporting nursing faculty across the educational spectrum. We’re excited to connect with you over nursing education issues & share professional development opportunities.
#NursingEdSky
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National League for Nursing Wins Top Honors in Prestigious Awards for Professional Communications 2025 Hermes Creative Awards & AVA Digital Awards Recognize Outstanding Communications Across Multiple Platforms Check out more at
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
8 months ago
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The NLN features another AI expert at the 2025 Summit! Mayo Clinic Health Tech Expert to Headline National Faculty Meeting Veteran nurse educator & principal health technology product manager Matthew Byrne will discuss the AI Revolution in Nursing Education. Read more:
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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Mayo Clinic Health Tech Expert to Headline National Faculty Meeting at 2025 NLN Education Summit
Matthew Byrne to Present on the AI Revolution in Nursing Education
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/04/15/mayo-clinic-health-tech-expert-national-faculty-meeting
8 months ago
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BREAKING NEWS National Nursing Organizations Call for Investments in Health, Research & Workforce Proposed HHS Cuts Would Be Debilitating to Prevention, Treatment & Access to Care Read More:
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
8 months ago
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BREAKING NEWS National League for Nursing Opposes Layoffs at the National Institute of Nursing Research & National Institutes of Health Removals of Experienced Leaders & Staff Will Damage the Nation’s Public Health Read More:
www.nln.org/detail-pages...
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NLN Opposes Layoffs at the National Institute of Nursing Research & National Institutes of Health
Removals of Experienced Leaders & Staff Will Damage the Nation’s Public Health
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/04/03/nln-opposes-ninr-nih-layoffs
9 months ago
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Pioneering Expert in Artificial Intelligence to Headline NLN 2025 Education Summit Focused on The Challenge: Unraveling the Mysteries of AI This year's Summit will be September 17-19 in Orlando, Florida. Read more about our keynote speaker...
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Pioneering Expert in AI to Headline National League for Nursing 2025 Education Summit Focused on The Challenge: Unraveling the Mysteries of AI
Save the Date for September 17-19 in Orlando, Florida
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/03/26/pioneering-expert-in-artificial-intelligence-to-headline-national-league-for-nursing-2025-education-summit-focused-on-the-challenge-unraveling-the-mysteries-of-ai
9 months ago
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Did you know the NLN HQ is in the Watergate Office Building? Fast facts: * Named for the former Water Gate Inn restaurant — or possibly a literal water gate on the Potomac River * DC’s first “mixed use” development * Site of the famous break-in that started the Watergate scandal
www.NLN.org
9 months ago
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Breaking News! A groundbreaking study documenting a 40% reduction in early newborn death & a 75% reduction in maternal death following the implementation of the Safer Births Bundle of Care program in Tanzania was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
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NLN Lauds New Study, Safer Births Bundle of Care, a Life-Saving Program for Reducing Maternal & Newborn Deaths
League Has Supported This Program from the Beginning, in Partnership with Laerdal Medical
https://www.nln.org/detail-pages/news/2025/03/17/nln-lauds-new-study-safer-births-bundle-of-care-a-life-saving-program-for-reducing-maternal-newborn-deaths
9 months ago
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Dates in Movies
9 months ago
Mar 17th 1993 - After posing as a janitor, Richard Kimble is spotted by Samuel Gerard. He chases Kimble, who escapes through a security door and then hides among a #StPatricksDay parade. 📽️📅 The Fugitive (1993)
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