EverCheck by Propelus Now Available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace
Propelus, a leading provider of dynamic workforce compliance management solutions and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced EverCheck by Propelus is now available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and integrates with Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM). Oracle Cloud Marketplace is a centralized repository of enterprise applications offered by Oracle and Oracle partners. The EverCheck integration with Oracle Cloud HCM allows for the import, verification, and daily monitoring of employee licenses, certifications, and registrations from EverCheck into Oracle Cloud HCM. The pre-built recipe detailed on the Oracle Cloud Marketplace application listing provides a path to connect the EverCheck and Oracle Cloud HCM systems. Additionally, users can access sanctions and disciplinary actions in EverCheck to ensure employees are in good standing to work. Oracle Cloud Marketplace is a one-stop shop for Oracle customers seeking trusted business applications and services offering unique solutions, including ones that extend Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications. Read the full announcement on EverCheck.com
Celebrating One Year as Propelus: A Look Back at Our Progress
Written by Julie Walker, CEO at Propelus One year ago, on August 1, we excitingly announced our new brand, Propelus. This is a defining moment in our company’s history, and it more formally brought our brands – EverCheck, CE Broker, and Immuware – together as one unified company, all with a focused vision, mission, common set of values, and clear, customer-centric strategy. We knew we were on to something really special! A nod to our history We are honored and humbled by our unique history of over 20 years. Our founder’s vision was to help the Florida Department of Health (FL DoH) ensure their continuing education requirements for their licensed professionals were satisfied, which was foundational to our future. The FL DoH partnership was further instrumental in helping us develop and grow over the years to become the most trusted full-lifecycle continuing education management solution for government agencies, licensure departments, boards, and compacts. We embraced the opportunity to continuously evolve, innovate, and deliver meaningful solutions, introducing EverCheck. First, we assisted healthcare organizations in Florida, and soon after that, we expanded to a national footprint with the first-of-its-kind primary source verification and monitoring solution essential for dynamic workforce compliance management and to ensure professionals are Clear to Work®. In early 2023, we welcomed Immuware, a modern, intuitive, and professional-centric solution for Employee Health and safety (EHS) screening and surveillance. Ensuring the entire workforce – employees, vendors, contractors, students, and more–are healthy and safe to work – another critical element of workforce compliance in the broader human capital management ecosystem. Realizing our potential Our customer-centric, values-driven, and innovation-focused approach is core to our organization. Our many trusted professionals and their employers, licensure boards, agencies, and more helped us realize that our organization, as one company, has far-reaching potential with the focus on making a meaningful impact across our broader healthcare ecosystem. So, we stacked hands and set forth on our journey… We came together as one Propelus Team We embarked on this journey much earlier, in 2023. We started with our values. We believe they are our DNA. They are a blueprint that guides every interaction and decision and informs how we behave, operate, engage, and grow. We gathered thousands of inputs from our organization, customers, and other industry experts. We reviewed, discussed, and debated. We stacked hands, and here we are today. We have refreshed values, an even clearer vision, mission, and strategy–focused on powering professionals–connected through modern technology and united by our new brand, Propelus. We have laid an even stronger foundation for modernizing how professionals, employers, regulators, educators, and partners work together. Further, our “propeller” logo accentuates the full spectrum of what we do and the future we envision. Powering our progress We are excited to share a snapshot of our Propelus highlights: We serve more than 5 million professionals across our Propelus solutions. We partner with 400+ healthcare systems and several hundred licensure boards. We verify and monitor 8.3k primary data sources & professions for total workforce compliance. We process millions of license verifications, certifications, and registrations daily. We track more than 30 types of immunizations, screenings/surveillances, and injuries/illnesses. We’ve been honored with three Silver Stevie Awards, the world’s premier business awards, and Best Place to Work awards. We have delivered many exciting innovations for our customers, and even more are coming soon! Sharing our gratitude We are beyond grateful for our customers. They are central to why we exist, what motivates us to do meaningful work, and are vital to our future. Further, I am beyond proud of our Propelus team. We have had an exceptional first year as Propelus, and it is a true testament to our commitment to being a healthy, high-performing organization. One that embodies our values, the hustle & heart, passion & compassion, and determination makes Propelus an exceptional organization with an even brighter future – one that I am grateful and honored to lead. We are grateful for the progress we’ve made, and at the heart of everything we do is ensuring we meaningfully help safeguard our nation’s communities and workforce for safer, more compliant, healthier, and happier professionals. Cheers to Powering Professionals!
Propelus Honored as Silver Stevie® Award Winner In 2024 Stevie Awards For Technology Excellence
Jacksonville, FL – August 21, 2024 -Propelus has been named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Technical Innovation of the Year – Business Technology category in the first annual Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence, “the Olympics for technology.” The Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of individuals, teams, and organizations shaping the future of technology across all industry sectors. Winners of the awards, named the Stevies from the Greek word meaning “crowned,” will be recognized during a gala awards dinner on Monday, September 16 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. More than 600 nominations from organizations of all sizes in 21 nations and territories were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of tech-related categories, including Company of the Year, Educational or Research Institution of the Year, Technical Innovation of the Year, Technology Breakthrough of the Year, and more in a variety of industry groupings including Advertising, Marketing, and PR, Aerospace Technology, Biotechnology, Business Technology, Healthcare Technology, among others. Propelus is a winner in the Technical Innovation of the Year – Business Technology category for the computer software industry. Propelus’ winning nomination for Primary Source Verification (PSV) API has been honored with a Silver Stevie® Award in the Technical Innovation of the Year category. This award recognizes our commitment to transforming the healthcare compliance landscape through innovative technology. The Propelus PSV API automates the time-intensive and error-prone process of verifying licenses and primary source data, ensuring that healthcare organizations can manage credentials with unparalleled efficiency and compliance. Judges praised our submission, noting that the PSV API “automates primary source verification for healthcare organizations, ensuring active, compliant credentials with real-time monitoring and integration into HR systems.” They highlighted the innovative nature of the API, stating that it “impressively automates a traditionally manual process, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.” “This award reflects the hard work and dedication of our team in developing solutions that not only meet industry needs but also set a new standard for healthcare compliance. We are proud that our modern API is secure and built for enterprise scale. It can verify millions of licenses a day which seamlessly ensures safer and more efficient healthcare operations.” – John Barnes, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Propelus. The Silver Stevie® Award reinforces Propelus’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the healthcare sector, and we look forward to continuing to enhance workforce compliance through our groundbreaking solutions. More than 100 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s honorees. “We congratulate all of the winners in the inaugural edition of the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence for their outstanding performance, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements on September 16,” said Stevies president Maggie Miller. Details about the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence and the list of 2024 Stevie winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/Tech. About Propelus As a leader in dynamic workforce compliance technology, Propelus is modernizing how healthcare professionals and the broader healthcare ecosystem– employers, providers, payers, regulators, and partners–work better together. For over 20 years, Propelus solutions have propelled millions of professionals by providing market-leading technology, essential connectivity, data & insights, and unparalleled strategic partnerships. We power critical integrated governance, risk management, and compliance (iGRC) for a happier workforce, better operations, and safer communities. Learn why Propelus is trusted by 5+ million professionals: https://propelus.com/. About the Stevie Awards Stevie Awards are conferred in nine programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations and territories. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
Propelus Launches Exclusions Monitoring API to Help Organizations Proactively Detect and Prevent Healthcare Fraud, Waste and Abuse
Following the launch of its Primary Source Verification API, Propelus today announced the launch of its healthcare Exclusions Monitoring API. The Exclusions Monitoring API is part of the company’s data solution offerings and is designed to ensure healthcare providers, payers, vendors, and contractors take appropriate compliance measures to safeguard against fraud, waste, and abuse. The Department of Justice (DOJ) estimates up to $100 billion annually is lost to healthcare fraud, waste and abuse. Individuals and entities who have been involved in fraudulent activities are added to federal and state exclusion lists, which prevent payment from being made to the excluded party, as well as any hospital or other healthcare provider where the excluded party provided services or was otherwise engaged. Additionally, hospitals and healthcare organizations face severe legal consequences, costly civil monetary penalties (CMPs) and fines, and reputational damage when engaging with individuals or entities excluded from federal healthcare programs or government contracts due to previous misconduct resulting in an exclusion. “Healthcare organizations and payers serve an important role in mitigating fraud, waste, and abuse and are responsible for not engaging or paying for any services from any individual or entity that is excluded. Our OIG compliant Exclusions Monitoring API provides monthly monitoring of healthcare exclusions and ensures exclusions intelligence is accessible how, when, and where it is needed for more informed, real-time compliance with ease.” – Julie Walker, CEO of Propelus. Complementary to the Propelus Primary Source Verification (PSV) API with daily monitoring of over 8,300 licenses, certifications, registrations, sanctions, and more source types, the Propelus Exclusions Monitoring API empowers on-demand, bulk submissions with identity resolution, indexing and reconciling identifiers, and match capabilities to ensure any excluded individual or entity is detected. It delivers the most up-to-date exclusions data through monthly checks against primary sources, while ensuring proper connectivity within the broader compliance management ecosystem for better workforce compliance operations. The Exclusions Monitoring API monitors the following federal and state exclusion lists: HHS-OIG LEIE: Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) GSA SAM: General Services Administration (GSA) System for Award Management (SAM) – the SAM.gov database is formerly known as the GSA list of Excluded Parties Lists System (EPLS). All currently available (45) State Medicaid Exclusions Lists: Many states maintain their own exclusion lists to identify individuals or entities barred from participating in Medicaid programs due to fraud or other violations. For more information about the Propelus Exclusions Monitoring API and how it can support your organization’s workforce compliance efforts, visit propelus.com/api. Newswire Press Release
Propelus Honored as Silver Stevie® Award Winner in 2024 Stevie Awards for Great Employers
Jacksonville, Florida – August 5, 2024 – Propelus has been named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Achievement in Workforce Development and Learning category in the ninth annual Stevie Awards for Great Employers, “the Olympics for human resources professionals.” The Stevie Awards for Great Employers recognize the world’s best employers and the human resources professionals, teams, achievements and HR-related products and suppliers who help to create and drive great places to work. Winners of the awards, named the Stevies from the Greek word meaning “crowned,” will be recognized during a gala awards dinner on Monday, September 16 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. More than 1,000 nominations from organizations of all sizes in 35 nations and territories were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of HR-related categories, including Achievement in Workplace Safety & Compliance, Employer of the Year, Chief Human Resources Officer of the Year, Human Resources Team of the Year, Employee Relations Solution Provider of the Year among others. Propelus was nominated in the Achievement in Workforce Development and Learning category for the computer software industry. Propelus’ winning nomination highlighted the Propelus Leadership Academy and its comprehensive workforce development initiatives, which garnered positive feedback from the judges. The judges said Propelus’s workforce development initiatives were commendable and fostered a culture of growth and excellence. “Propelus is honored with the Silver Stevie Award in the category of Achievement in Workforce Development and Learning. This prestigious recognition underscores our relentless commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.” – Julie Walker, CEO at Propelus More than 100 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s honorees. Winners in the Employer of the Year categories were determined by a unique blending of the ratings of the professional judges and more than 34,000 public votes. The public vote was sponsored by HiBob. “We congratulate all of the winners in the ninth edition of the Stevie Awards for Great Employers for their outstanding performance, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements on September 16,” said Stevies President Maggie Miller. Details about the Stevie Awards for Great Employers and the list of 2024 Stevie winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/HR. About Propelus As a leader in dynamic workforce compliance technology, Propelus is modernizing how healthcare professionals and the broader healthcare ecosystem– employers, providers, payers, regulators, and partners–work better together. For over 20 years, Propelus solutions have propelled millions of professionals by providing market-leading technology, essential connectivity, data & insights, and unparalleled strategic partnerships. We power critical integrated governance, risk management, and compliance (iGRC) for a happier workforce, better operations, and safer communities. Learn why Propelus is trusted by 5+ million professionals: https://propelus.com/. About the Stevie Awards Stevie Awards are conferred in nine programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
CE Broker and Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission Announce Compact Renewal Feature for State Medical Boards
CE Broker by Propelus, the leader in continuing education compliance management, and the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission (IMLCC) announced today that the CE Broker compact compliance verification tool is now available for all CE Broker medical board partners. Read the full announcement on CEBroker.com.
CE Broker by Propelus Launches Pro+ Subscription
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 6, 2024 – CE Broker by Propelus, the leader in continuing education (CE) compliance management, announced the launch of its new subscription offering, Pro+. Enhancing the CE Broker experience, Pro+ is an innovative subscription package that allows healthcare professionals to streamline how they seamlessly access, track, and manage their CE requirements. It also includes access to a vast library of approved, accredited, and official online CE courses all in one convenient location – making compliance simple and easy. The Pro+ subscription is now available for nursing professionals whose licensure boards are partnered with CE Broker. Coming soon, the Pro+ offering will be extended to many more healthcare licensure boards, creating new opportunities that power their licensed professionals’ continued growth and development. Read full news release with subscription details here.
Balancing Act: Strategies for Nurses To Improve Their Own Health and Well-being
Given the demanding nature of working as a nurse in the United States, nursing professionals often need to find ways to rest and relax outside of work. Balance and time for self-care are critical for nurses to offer their best self to their patients and avoid feeling burnt out after long days and nights of work. There are many strategies that nurses can employ to find balance outside of work, such as prioritizing their physical well-being, building stronger social connections, and setting boundaries with their work. Keep reading to discover the best ways to find balance during even the most challenging seasons of professional life. Prioritizing Physical Well-being Anyone in the nursing profession knows how important it is to maintain high energy levels. A regular exercise routine can help you build the strength and stamina needed for long work days. You must add balanced meals to your daily routine to give you the sustenance required for ten or twelve-hour shifts. At the end of a long day or night of work, getting enough sleep is essential to allow you to recharge ahead of your following working day. Try to find a wind-down routine that will enable you to switch off and go to bed without overthinking the challenges you’ve faced at work that day. Therapeutic activities, such as yoga, can also be a great way to add relaxation and rest to your weekly routine. Nurturing Mental Health In addition to taking care of physical health, nurses need to find ways to protect their mental health. (May is also Mental Health Month.) Engaging in hobbies and interests outside of work can take your mind off work stress and give you something to look forward to each week. We recommend meditation and mindfulness practices for nurses who struggle to switch their brains off from work mode at home. If you find everything is getting too much for you to handle alone, then remember that professional support is always available. No one should have to deal with so much stress alone, and taking care of your mental health is critical to performing your best at work each day. Building Strong Social Connections Every nurse needs people to share their lives and discuss their problems to survive and thrive. Holding everything inside and isolating yourself can only worsen stress, so spending time with friends and family is a great way to focus on something else. Participating in community activities can help you to connect with new people and expand your social circle. We also highly encourage nursing professionals to communicate with other nurses for support and camaraderie. While your friends and family can no doubt listen to your troubles, they will likely never really understand what it’s like each day at work. You can share stories and advice with those in your industry and learn tips and tricks to help find balance outside the hospital. Exploring Creative Outlets Artistic activities, such as painting, writing, or music, can allow nurses to express themselves and release some steam. Many nurses find crafting and DIY projects the perfect way to unwind after a long day and can help you switch your mind off before bed. Try to find joy in creative endeavors outside of the medical field. Remember, life isn’t just about working, and you’ll soon end up burnt out if you don’t work to add moments of enjoyment to your everyday routine. Embracing Nature and Outdoor Activities Working inside the walls of a healthcare facility each and every day can soon take its toll on your mental health and well-being. Spending time in nature and enjoying the outdoors is one of the best ways to refocus your mind. Hiking, camping, or nature walks are the perfect way to spend time off work. Gardening and spending time in green spaces can benefit your mental health and allow you to reconnect with the world outside of the hospital’s four walls. Nature has many therapeutic benefits, so if you spend too much time inside, schedule an outdoor activity on your next day off. Setting Boundaries and Managing Work-Life Balance Establishing clear boundaries between your work and personal life is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain your physical and mental health. We encourage you to learn about and implement time management techniques to balance work and your personal life well. Learning to say “no” is essential for any nurse who tends to work extra hours and be a “people-pleaser.” Prioritize self-care and realize this self-care is something you need to add to your schedule regularly to look after yourself and perform the best you can at your job. If you turn up to work exhausted each day, then it’s easier to make mistakes, which can be life-threatening in this industry. Final Thoughts Any nursing professional can use these strategies to help find balance and improve overall health. By getting into a healthy routine, nurses will notice a huge improvement in their overall outlook on life and a boost in energy. Propelus is also here to help. Our mission is to ensure healthcare professionals reach their full potential. That includes providing you with education and training, as well as ensuring you’re compliant, safe and healthy to work. Learn more about propelus.com.
Propelus Launches Groundbreaking Primary Source Verification API
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 14, 2024 – Propelus, a leader in dynamic workforce compliance solutions, is excited to unveil its latest innovation: the Propelus Primary Source Verification (PSV) API. This cutting-edge solution reinforces Propelus’ unwavering commitment to empowering healthcare organizations and professionals and their collective need for far greater connectivity, continuity, and real-time transparency across a broad and complex healthcare ecosystem. With the addition of the PSV API to Propelus’ offerings, customers have on-demand access to the most comprehensive, automated, and accurate primary source verified data–how, when, and where it is needed to ensure a more compliant, safer, and happier workforce in compliance management. “We are honored to help our healthcare partners solve complex workforce compliance problems through game-changing technologies. Our new PSV API simplifies workforce compliance and streamlines healthcare operations at scale, automating more than 4,800 different types of professional license, certification, registration, sanctions, exclusions, and more primary sources at scale to meet our complex healthcare ecosystem’s needs.” – Julie Walker, CEO at Propelus The Propelus PSV API drives workforce compliance effectiveness and efficiency by seamlessly delivering essential primary source data connecting established systems within Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Medical Staffing Services, Compliance, Finance, and more. Propelus’ customers are thrilled by the addition and continued innovation, which perfectly complements their current workforce compliance offering as a faithful ally in elevating healthcare quality, safety, and outcomes. “The launch of the Propelus PSV API represents a significant milestone in our commitment to revolutionize workforce compliance management,” said John Barnes, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Propelus. “Our API provides unparalleled access to primary source verification data and privileged partner relationships that are powering unprecedented opportunities to streamline total workforce compliance with confidence.” The Propelus PSV API performs millions of primary source verifications daily, providing ongoing insights and an unrivaled workforce compliance management experience beyond keeping pace with regulatory changes, which is something Propelus is passionate about and is no easy feat for healthcare organizations. For more information about the Propelus PSV API and how it can revolutionize your workforce compliance management experience, visit propelus.com. About Propelus: As a leader in workforce compliance technology, Propelus is modernizing how healthcare professionals, their employers, regulators, and partners work better together. For over 20 years, Propelus solutions — CE Broker, EverCheck, and Immuware — have propelled the progress of millions of professionals by providing seamless compliance management throughout their career journey. Leveraging market-leading technology, essential data, and unparalleled strategic partnerships, we power critical compliance programs for a happier workforce, better operations, and safer communities. Learn why Propelus is trusted by 5+ million professionals: https://propelus.com/. Newswire Press Release
Celebrating Student Nurse Day: Honoring the Future of Healthcare
A time to acknowledge and honor our future nurses Student Nurse Day is a perfect opportunity to recognize the dedication of those pursuing a career in nursing. Since registered nurses (RNs) undergo four years of nursing school to obtain their bachelor’s degree, it is meaningful to celebrate student nurses’ hard work and accomplishments. At Propelus, our mission is to power professionals throughout their careers, especially our future nurses. We understand the importance of supporting student nurses as they navigate their education and transition into their careers. In this blog, we’ll provide insights into the life of a student nurse, including their role in the healthcare system, the challenges they may face, their tech-driven learning environments, and ways you can support the student nurses involved with your organization on Student Nurse Day. The Role of Student Nurses in Healthcare Student nurses represent the future workforce. Despite sometimes not receiving as much credit as they deserve, their contributions are essential for improving patient care and advancing the nursing profession. Their dedication and hard work are critical components of the healthcare team, without which the system would struggle to function. Let’s take a closer look into some of the responsibilities of student nurses: Patient assignments Administering medications Performing a head-to-toe assessments Obtaining vital signs Bathing and dressing patients Feeding patients Charting all patient’s medical records Assisting with procedures Communicating with patients and family members Challenges Faced by Student Nurses Nursing school presents unique challenges due to the demanding nature of the nursing profession. According to the National League for Nursing, 20% of nursing students drop out, highlighting the program’s intensity. Unlike many other fields of study, student nurses face the rigorous challenges of clinical trials and real-life scenarios before graduating. They face a lot of pressure and expectations to perform at a high level. From juggling their academic load to the challenges of clinical rotations, all while dealing with financial burdens, it’s no wonder that student nurses experience a lot of stress. While these challenges can sometimes feel overbearing, they help prepare student nurses for their responsibilities when they become nurses. Let’s explore the three main areas where student nurses face these challenges in more detail. 1. Academic Challenges Academic challenges are a huge aspect of the student nursing journey. Employers expect student nurses to retain significant information within a short period. Their work requires a keen attention to detail, given its hands-on nature. From mastering procedures like starting an IV and inserting a catheter to conducting accurate patient assessments, they expect to excel in numerous areas simultaneously. Additionally, they must comprehend complex subjects like anatomy, physiology, clinical mathematics, and various medications’ names, actions, and side effects. Balancing each of these learning objectives, along with the curriculum and exams, creates a hefty workload on student nurses. 2. Clinical Challenges Nursing education blends intensive theoretical instruction in the classroom with extensive practical training in clinical settings. Unlike traditional classroom learning, clinical training offers nursing students opportunities for hands-on learning through exposure and application. The knowledge and principles learned early in nursing school are implemented to develop the mental, psychological, and psychomotor skills required for patient care (Jamshidi, Molazem, Sharif, Torabizadeh, and Kalyani). This dynamic learning environment is heavily focused on practical experience and comes with great stress and pressure. Frequently, students feel overwhelmed when demonstrating new responsibilities in front of their nursing instructors and peers during clinical rotations. The demands of these rotations can physically and mentally wear down students, causing many to drop out. 3. Financial Challenges Nursing school is costly for several reasons. For starters, tuition fees vary widely, ranging from approximately $7,000 for those pursuing an associate degree in nursing (ADN) to over $300,000 for students pursuing advanced graduate nursing degrees. The demanding nature of nursing programs, which includes attending rotating clinical placements and keeping up with the coursework, leaves little time for most nursing students to have a separate job. When living expenses are factored in, the financial burden can be substantial, adding to the stress experienced by students. Balancing these financial obligations along with academic and clinical responsibilities is extremely challenging and a big contributor to student stress. Celebrating and Supporting Student Nurses Student Nurse Day is an annual observance held on May 8th, coinciding with National Nurses Week. Its origins trace back to Dorothy Sutherland of the U.S. Department of Health in 1953 when she proposed for the U.S. to have a day dedicated to recognizing nurses. Although Sutherland’s initial proposal for a Nurse Day didn’t come to fruition, it spurred the recognition of National Nurse Week the following year. Sutherland played a pivotal role in bringing attention to the idea. Eventually, in 1998, the American Nurses Association established National Student Nurse Day to recognize student nurses’ diligence. In honor of Student Nurse Day, consider sharing stories and posts on your organizations’ social media platforms to highlight and acknowledge student nurses, sharing thank you notes with the students nurses involved with your organization, or providing a small token of appreciation. Resources for Student Nurses It’s common for student nurses to face burnout during their nursing education. A Swedish survey revealed burnout rates of 29.7% among first-year nursing students and 36.9% among second-year students. With burnout rates higher than most other academic paths, it is incredibly important for student nurses to seek out resources. Mentorship and peer support networks offer valuable insight into the field, providing advice and a listening ear when times get too overwhelming. It’s a great way to learn from others in the same position. Financial support through scholarship programs, grants, and financial aid is another avenue for students to explore. This assistance can significantly alleviate financial burdens in the long term. Here are some recommended organizations and programs offering resources for student nurses: American Nurses Association (ANA) community: Student Subscriber Program National Student Nurses Association, Inc. (NSNA): Prospective Nursing Student Resource Guide American Association of Nurse Practitioners: Student Membership Health Occupations Students Association (HOSA): Student Membership The
