Pirate Nurse Notes
From the Dean
Dear Friends,
There are lots of great things happening in the College of Nursing as we continue to meet our commitment to maximize student success, serve the public and lead regional transformation. As you peruse this edition of Pirate Nurse Notes, you’ll see the ways in which we’re doing our part to meet the goals set forth in ECU’s strategic plan. Our online master’s program, ranked 34th nationally and 14th for veterans this year by U.S. World and News Report, is giving working nurses more ways to maximize their own success without leaving the workforce or relocating to our campus. We’re also thrilled to report that our pass rate on the national licensure exam continues to exceed state and national averages…. Read More
Featured Story
A LEADER IN HIV CARE Faculty member joins global AIDS organization board
An ECU College of Nursing faculty member will help to shape the research and treatment of HIV and AIDS worldwide over the next three years after being elected to the board of directors for nursing’s preeminent AIDS organization.
News
Pirate Profile: Rubi Merino
This Pirate plans to break language barriers within nursing in eastern North Carolina
Nurse Administrator of the Year
College of Nursing alumna wins statewide award from School Nurse Association of NC
CON gets two new FAANS
Two faculty members inducted as fellows in the American Academy of Nursing
Best in the Nation
College of Nursing receives top marks for online programs
Noteworthy
Accolades and Accomplishments
A roundup of the latest awards, accomplishments and accolades earned by our faculty, staff, students and alumni.
Celebrating black history: Spotlight on the MSNA
Nursing instructor Wendy Bridgers speaks with nursing students and future nurses, MSNA president Johntaye Carter and MSNA vice president Jaleah Jones, about the Multicultural Student Nurses Association.
UnitedHealthcare gift boosts RIBN scholarships
A gift from UnitedHealthcare will help students, especially those in rural parts of the state, earn both an associate’s and a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Hurricane Hero: Skipper wins Governor’s Award
At ECU, Dr. Michelle Skipper is a trusted faculty member, colleague and friend, but to many in the town of St. Paul’s, she is a hero.
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