Kathy Rivers

  • Vanderbilt University

    Geriatric nursing association honors VUSN’s Kim

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing’s Jennifer Kim, MSN, received the 2014 Excellence in Leadership award from the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association at the group’s recent national conference in Orlando, Florida. Read More

    Sep 18, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Jessee named AACN leadership fellow

    The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) has selected Vanderbilt University School of Nursing’s Mary Ann Jessee, MSN, R.N., as a fellow in the Leadership for Academic Nursing Program. Read More

    Sep 11, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Incoming VUSN students driven to make a difference

    This year, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing welcomed 463 new students pursuing Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice or Ph.D. degrees. Read More

    Aug 28, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    VUSN workshop to feature noted author, sports agent

    Ron Shapiro, negotiator, sports agent, attorney, educator, author and civic leader, will lead a free workshop, “How to Negotiate so Everyone Wins, Especially You!” at the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing on Monday, Sept. 22, from 4 - 6:30 p.m. Read More

    Aug 14, 2014

  • Health coaching certificate program to debut

    Health coaching certificate program to debut

    The Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Vanderbilt, Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nursing Service, and the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing have come together to sponsor a health coaching certificate program starting this fall. Read More

    Aug 7, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nursing students shine at pin ceremony

    More than 300 Vanderbilt University School of Nursing students were recognized for completing their programs of study during a pinning ceremony held Sunday at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center in downtown Nashville. Read More

    Aug 7, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    School of Nursing kicks off strategic planning process

    Nearly 200 Vanderbilt University School of Nursing faculty members took part in a special planning retreat last weekend, kicking off a six-month process to develop the school’s strategic vision. Read More

    Jul 31, 2014

  • VUSN’s gerontological nursing efforts recognized

    VUSN’s gerontological nursing efforts recognized

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has been awarded membership in the National Hartford Centers of Gerontological Nursing Excellence (NHCGNE) in recognition of the highest level of commitment to the field of gerontological nursing. Read More

    Jun 12, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Love inducted as fellow in the National Academies of Practice

    Rene Love, DNP, director of the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Family) Program, was recently inducted as a Distinguished Scholar and Fellow in the Nursing Academy of the National Academies of Practice. Read More

    Jun 5, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nursing student to appear on “Jeopardy” this week

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing student Molly Anne Lalonde will be a contestant on “Jeopardy” starting June 5. Read More

    Jun 4, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nursing graduates embrace chance to improve health care

    Linda Norman, DSN, R.N., Valere Potter Menefee Professor of Nursing and dean of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, told graduates during Commencement and Investiture ceremonies last week that “this is the most exciting time to be a new master’s or doctorally prepared nurse because nursing is more appreciated than ever. Read More

    May 15, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Address highlights VUMC Nursing

    Executive Chief Nursing Officer Marilyn Dubree, MSN, R.N., reviewed the challenges of the past year and highlighted what Vanderbilt University Medical Center nursing is doing to prepare for the future at last week’s State of Nursing address, scheduled to coincide with National Nurses Week. Read More

    May 15, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Dubree to deliver State of Nursing Address May 8

    Marilyn Dubree, M.S.N., R.N. The Vanderbilt University Medical Center State of Nursing Address by Marilyn Dubree, M.S.N., R.N., executive chief nursing officer, will take place on Thursday, May 8, at 10 a.m. in 208 Light Hall. All members of the VUMC community are invited to… Read More

    May 1, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    VUSN’s Pilon set to transition into new role

    Bonnie Pilon, Ph.D., senior associate dean for Clinical and Community Partnerships for the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, will step down from her leadership role beginning Jan. 1, 2015, and take a sabbatical year before returning to a faculty role at the school. Read More

    Mar 27, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nurses hold key to meeting global health challenges

    The Nursing Leadership in Global Health Symposium brought together more than 230 attendees and international health providers representing 14 countries. The goal was to address improving care of patient populations by elevating the voice and influence of nursing on health policy and programming. Read More

    Mar 6, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Love to direct VUSN psychiatric nurse practitioner program

    Rene Love, DNP, MSN, has been named director of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. She succeeds Susie Adams, Ph.D., R.N., who was recently named Nursing Faculty Scholar for Community Engaged Behavioral Health at VUSN. Read More

    Feb 13, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Study tracks pet therapy’s impact on young patients

    A Vanderbilt study is investigating whether therapy dogs can have a positive effect on children undergoing chemotherapy. Read More

    Jan 30, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Adams named to new VUSN community engagement post

    Susie Adams, Ph.D., R.N., has been named to the newly created position of Nursing Faculty Scholar for Community Engaged Behavioral Health at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. Read More

    Jan 23, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Events honor King’s call to dream, serve, inspire

    Vanderbilt University Medical Center honored the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with, among other events, a lecture by UCLA Nursing School Dean Courtney Lyder, N.D., Sc.D., and presentation of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. award. Read More

    Jan 23, 2014

  • VUSN lands community partnership honors

    VUSN lands community partnership honors

    Vanderbilt University School of Nursing was recognized as the Community Partner for the Year 2013 by Prospect Inc., a local nonprofit organization with home and day support services and employment training for individuals with disabilities over the age of 18. Read More

    Jan 16, 2014