University of Florida President Stuart Bell recently visited UF Health Archer Family Health Care, the University of Florida College of Nursing’s nurse-led primary care practice, where he received his annual flu vaccine. Bell’s visit to Archer provided an opportunity to see firsthand how the College of Nursing combines…
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) students gained hands-on experience responding to opioid overdoses during a recent simulation at UF College of Nursing, building the knowledge and confidence needed to act quickly in an emergency. As part of their Care Lead Inspire Cohort Competency (CLIC) 5 education,…
National Nurses Week is May 6-12. This week, we celebrate the empathy, teamwork and excellence our nurses bring to patient care every day. The American Nurses Association’s 2026 theme, “The Power of Nurses,” recognizes the strength and influence nurses have in shaping health care and improving lives.
Oncology nurses are the lifeblood of cancer care, providing indispensable support for patients and families as they navigate the physical and emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis. Oncology nurses are also educators and innovators, serving as trusted resources and working at the forefront of new cancer treatments.
The University of Florida College of Nursing continues its momentum, ranked No. 1 in Florida for the Doctor of Nursing Practice Adult/Gerontology Acute Care specialty and 18th nationally, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Doctor of Nursing Practice rankings. Overall, the college’s…
On March 19, we celebrate Certified Nurses Day, recognizing all nurses who have demonstrated advanced knowledge, clinical expertise and commitment to high standards of care through earning and maintaining national board certification in their nursing specialty. At the University of Florida College of Nursing, that commitment is woven into the very fabric of who we are. College of Nursing faculty collectively hold more than 50 professional certifications spanning acute care, pediatrics, family…
The University of Florida College of Nursing will host the inaugural North Central Florida Health Festival, a free community event marking the college’s 70th anniversary celebration.
By Carlos E. Medina During National Rural Health Day on Nov. 20, UF Health Archer Family Health Care’s director, Denise Schentrup, APRN, DNP, FAANP, reflected on the essential role rural clinics like Archer play in expanding access to care for communities that need it most. Observed…
By Carlos E. Medina The University of Florida College of Nursing marks National Nurse Practitioner Week, Nov. 9–15, by recognizing the dedicated nurse practitioners who deliver accessible, high-quality care across the state, including those leading the way at UF Health Archer Family Health Care, the college’s…
Brenda Dyal, Ph.D., D.N.P., APRN, FNP-BC, has been named clinical director of the UF Health Cancer Center’s Mobile Cancer Screening Connector, which brings lifesaving screenings and health education to rural communities across North Central Florida. A clinical associate professor and interim chair in the UF College of Nursing’s Department…
