Three Lexington Regional Leaders Graduate from NHA Leadership Institute
Lexington Regional Health Center is proud to announce that Austin Eldredge, Karen Rojas, and Magali Ruiz have successfully completed the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) Leadership Institute, a prestigious 10-month program designed to develop current and emerging healthcare leaders across the state of Nebraska.
Columbus Community Hospital Opens Student Nurse Internship Applications
This fall, men and women who are interested in becoming a nurse will be able to apply for Columbus Community Hospital’s highly successful Student Nurse Internship Program.
Sanford Health Hosts High School Health Careers Conference
Sanford Health is inviting high school students to the Future in Focus health careers conference on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Bismarck Event Center. Students experience a hands-on day of healthcare career exploration and discover over 20 healthcare career pathways and education options.
Brookings Health Opens 2027 Nursing Clinical Enrichment Internship
Brookings Health System has partnered again with the South Dakota Board of Nursing to offer a clinical enrichment program for nursing students. Applications for the paid summer internship are being accepted now until Oct. 15 at brookingshealth.org/CEP.
Sanford Fargo and 119th Air National Guard Sign Training Agreement
Sanford Fargo and the 119th North Dakota Air National Guard have reached an agreement that allows the 119th Air Guard Medical Group to complete their annual training requirements at Sanford Fargo.
Sanford Bismarck Donates OR Beds to Bismarck State College
Sanford Bismarck has donated three operating room (OR) beds to Bismarck State College (BSC), providing surgical technology students with hands-on learning opportunities in a realistic clinical setting and strengthening the future healthcare workforce in North Dakota.
Beyond Recruitment: Resources to Retain and Develop Your Workforce
Recruiting great employees is only the beginning. Keeping them engaged, supported and growing within your organization is just as important.
New Partnership Creates Pathway From Clarkson College to UNMC Pharmacy
To help address Nebraska and Iowa's growing need for pharmacists, Clarkson College and the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy have created a new program that offers students a streamlined pathway to a career in pharmacy. It's called the Early Assurance Program.
Iowa Golf Outing Raises $148,000 for Healthcare Scholarships
On Thursday, Aug. 27, the Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation (IHERF) welcomed golfers representing nearly 30 hospitals and healthcare organizations to its 21st Annual Swinging for Scholars Golf Outing. In total, $148,000 dollars were raised to support scholarships for the next generation of Iowa's healthcare workforce.
Columbus Community Hospital Offers Respiratory Therapy Scholarship
Are you considering taking a respiratory therapy program or course? Adults who want to pursue a career as a respiratory therapist can receive assistance with Columbus Community Hospital’s Respiratory Therapy Scholarship/Internship Program.
Columbus Health Science Pathway Marks Five Years of Growth
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce it has successfully completed the fifth academic year of its Health Science Pathway.
Nurturing New Nurses: How USD's DOL Grant Tackles the Shortage Behind South Dakota's Nursing Shortage
Regardless of our job titles, most of us can attribute a good part of our success to goodmentors. Nowhere is that more true than in nursing, where preceptors are key to training thenurses our rural region so desperately needs. In this month's cover feature, how the Universityof South Dakota School of Health Sciences is supporting both students and those who nurturethem.
Iowa Hospital Association Launches Health Education Career Portal
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) today announced the launch of the Iowa Health Education Portal, a new online resource designed to help students, educators and workforce partners explore healthcare education and career pathways in Iowa.
Waverly Health Center Adds $146.1M to Community, Local Economy
New data released as part of the Iowa Hospital Association's (IHA) annual community benefit and economic impact report highlights the vital role hospitals play not only in providing care, but also in strengthening local economies and supporting healthier communities.
Community Hospital Welcomes Rural Immersion Students to McCook
From job shadows and clinical rotations to internships and immersive learning experiences, Community Hospital continues to invest in the next generation of healthcare professionals.
South Dakota Workforce Resource Center Drives Healthcare Engagement
Some of the most valuable educational resources aren’t always the newest, they’re the ones that continue to make an impact.
Sanford Health Strengthens Communities, Increases Access to Care, and Grows Healthcare Workforce
Strengthening the health and well-being of local communities is at the core of Sanford Health’s mission. As the largest nonprofit provider of rural health care in the United States, Sanford Health is proud to provide services, support and initiatives to respond to the current and future health needs of its communities. These investments improve access to affordable, high-quality care, enhance community health, reduce barriers and address health disparities, all while making communities more resilient.
Sanford Health Gives Back By Providing Care To Those Who Need It Most, Funding Community Programs
Sanford Health is dedicated to ensuring high-quality care is accessible to all patients, regardless of where they live, health challenges or other barriers to care.
HHS Supports ND Workforce With Vocational Rehabilitation Services For People With Disabilities
Workforce development is a key priority for our state. As employers look to find and retain people to fill open positions, one talent pool that should not be overlooked is individuals with disabilities.