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Federal Court Grants Preliminary Relief in Challenge to Department of Education Rule
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners®, together with a coalition of national health care, education and professional organizations, recently welcomed a federal court’s decision granting preliminary relief in its challenge to the U.S. Department of Education’s rule redefining “professional degree.”
NursesNOW Roundup June 2026
Looking to keep your finger on the pulse of the nursing industry? Check out this month’s top nursing news stories from around the globe.
What Every New Nurse Should Know About Artificial Intelligence
By Courtney Holmes RN IFNCP – To all the nursing students graduates, welcome. Healthcare needs your talents and dedication to patients more than ever. You’re entering the field at an opportune time because the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates 194,500 average annual openings for registered nurses between 2020 and 2030, with employment projected to grow by 9%.
DoED Professional Degree Loan Rule Update
From the Nurse.com Team – A group of 10 nursing organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Education over its recent changes to student loan limits. The dispute centers on a federal rule that changed how nursing degrees are classified.
Nurses Event – 54th Annual NBNA Institute and Conference
Starts July 28th in St. Louis MO – NBNA annually hosts its Institute and Conference. Over 1,200 nurses and nursing students obtain state of the art clinical instruction on such subjects as cardiovascular disease, cancer, children’s health, diabetes, end of life, HIV/AID, kidney disease, research and women’s health.
NursesNOW Roundup May 2026
Looking to keep your finger on the pulse of the nursing industry? Check out this month’s top nursing news stories from around the globe.
Health IT Success Relies on Nursing Know-How
By Kerry Barker RN – During National Nurses Month 2026, it is important to acknowledge a persistent reality in our industry: health information technology (health IT) is often viewed as a hurdle for nursing staff to overcome. Communication disconnects between nurses and IT professionals remain commonplace and frequently intensify during major system changes.
Beyond the Bedside: How Nurses Can Build a Career in Clinical Documentation Integrity
By Staci Josten RN BSN CCDS – When many people think about nursing careers, they often think about bedside care. While bedside nursing remains an absolute pillar of healthcare, there are also many other opportunities for nurses to grow into roles that support patient care. For me, clinical documentation integrity (CDI) became one of those opportunities.
What Are the Best States to Be a Nurse as a New Grad?
By Barry Bottino – Where you start your nursing career can shape both your professional growth and quality of life. So choosing the best states for new grads to advance their salary, job opportunities, and career trajectory is essential.
Spotlight on Nursing Degrees
Whether entering the nursing profession for the first time, advancing into leadership, or preparing for a specialized clinical role, choosing the right degree program can shape their impact from day one. Here are three on-line nursing degree programs meeting the future of patient care.