High school students explored careers in nursing while participating in information sessions and hands-on learning opportunities at the West Virginia Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety Center during this one-day event.
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The Nursing Academy for the Mineral County School System will help introduce ninth graders to the profession of nursing by offering fun, engaging activities and a visit to Potomac Valley Hospital from Aug. 5-7.
Following new guidelines that recommend an antibiotic for certain individuals to prevent some sexually transmitted infections, Student Health Services reminds the campus community that providers are available for consultations.
Class of 2024 graduate and U.S. Army ROTC Cadet Cherilyn Zeltman of Manorville, New York, was recently commissioned and will serve active duty as a Nurse Corps officer in an Army hospital at a base that is to be determined.
Shatika Jones, a new faith community nurse who received training from the School of Nursing, is working with West Logan Church to build a nurse-led access to care point within her community.
Dr. Sarah Sofka, who has served as director of faculty affairs and academic initiatives for WVU Health Sciences, will assume the role of assistant vice president of faculty and student academic initiatives effective July 1.