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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing

Whether they're starting clinicals in their first semester as undergrads or helping patients through research and care, the members of Case Western Reserve University’s Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing work together and across disciplines to drive positive impact in world-class hospital systems and our surrounding communities. Follow along with the latest news from one of the nation’s top nursing schools.

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John Gallagher talks success with tech in nursing education
Technology can significantly help nursing students learn the complexities of nursing practice or act as a source of frustration that takes valuable time away from education. Here is a brief look at some of the technologies in use in nursing education, the impact of AI, and practical tips for using…
Rebecca Patton named 2024 Top Nurses Lifetime Award Winner
Former President Barack Obama beams from the walls of Rebecca Patton’s office. There are photos of the two sharing a laugh in unguarded moments, and pictures from formal White House occasions. Most meaningful is a photo of Obama and Patton — then president of the American Nurses Association based…
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Health Education Campus simulation spaces open house
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to an open house for the simulation spaces in the Health Education Campus Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 9 a.m. to noon. This is an opportunity to view the following simulation spaces: Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing’s…
Building better rest (from Forefront)
A new nursing collaborative sets out to explore sleep and circadian science By Jen A. Miller A good night’s sleep doesn’t just feel good—it’s critical to your quality of life. In adults, sleep helps maintain brain function as well as mental and physical health. In children, it’s a key factor in…
Journey of service (from Forefront)
Alumna reflects on a career of nursing and advocacy By Amanda Brower After Sept. 11, 2001, Colleen Leners, an emergency trauma nurse in the U.S. Navy Reserve, was asked to volunteer for active duty with the U.S. Army. Answering the call, she served in the Middle East with the U.S. Army Nurse…
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Picture perfect: See faculty and staff members’ childhood school photos
School photo day: A tradition amongst school children throughout generations. Many Case Western Reserve University faculty and staff remember the days of picking out just the right outfit to wear and hoping they didn’t have a poorly timed bad hair day. Afterall, those photos were featured in…
Climate-conscious care (from Forefront)
Bridging healthcare and environmental advocacy Record-breaking heat, drought and floods, and more frequent hurricanes and tornadoes are the most visible symptoms of climate change. Less apparent are the impacts on the health and well-being of the people affected by this extreme weather:…
Taking flight (from Forefront)
Student-turned-teaching-assistant leads the way for aspiring nurses By Matthew Merchant When Tanner Purnhagen (CWR ’15) takes to the skies as a flight nurse, he carries more than just medical equipment; he brings a profound commitment to easing the fears of patients while they’re suffering a…
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Adult-­Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner online information session
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to learn more about Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing’s Adult-­Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner major in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program during an online information session Wednesday, Sept. 25, from…
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Accelerating discovery: Nursing faculty and students leverage advancements in computing and data to move the field forward
As a nurse, Megan Foradori tried to make sure no child in need of developmental support fell through the cracks. Across pediatric nursing roles in multiple states, she saw firsthand how babies and toddlers are screened for crucial social, speech and developmental milestones—and fiercely…