The George Washington University School of Nursing

In a recent letter published by The Washington Post, GW Nursing Professor Richard Ricciardi argues that AI's greatest promise in health care is not replacing clinicians, but giving them more time to connect with patients.

By reducing documentation burdens, organizing information, and supporting clinical decision-making, AI can help health care professionals spend less time behind screens and more time building the trust, compassion, and human connections that improve care.

Read Ric's perspective in The Washington Post ⬇️

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/06/11/how-ai-can-revolutionize-conservation/

Learning by doing is at the heart of nursing education.

GW Nursing was honored to welcome GW President Ellen M. Granberg to campus as she visited an Adult-Gerontology simulation class, where undergraduate nursing students put their clinical knowledge into practice through a cardiovascular care scenario.

During the simulation, students assessed a patient experiencing new chest pain, administered medications, identified potential side effects, and provided education on reducing risk factors for heart disease. Through hands-on learning experiences like these, students strengthen their clinical judgment, technical skills, and confidence in a safe, supportive environment.

Thank you to simulation instructor Eileen Axeman for leading this engaging experience and showcasing the importance of simulation-based education at GW Nursing.

In a recent interview with DC News Now, GW Nursing professor and gun violence prevention researcher Dr. Elizabeth Choma emphasized the importance of keeping fi****ms securely stored and out of children's reach.

"Many parents mistakenly believe that their kids either don’t know where the gun is, or that if they found the gun, they would know not to play with it. That’s just not the case. Kids are curious."

As communities across the country continue to face the devastating impact of gun violence, evidence-based prevention strategies can help keep children and families safe.

https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/violent-3-day-stretch-in-dc-leaves-2-dead-6-injured/

Spend your summer exploring the world of nursing with GW Nursing! Our 4-day Nursing Summer Camp gives rising high school juniors and seniors the chance to experience hands-on skills training, virtual reality and simulation activities, and mentorship from GW Nursing faculty and ABSN students.

📍 Innovation Hall, Ashburn, VA
📅 July 20–23
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Space is limited to 30 campers, so register early to secure your spot and discover all that the nursing profession has to offer ⬇️

https://forms.gle/N3EGULQZohQYfVxv6

Film Screening & Panel Discussion 🎬 "Cooked: Survival by Zip Code", an 80-minute documentary by Judith Helfand, is a powerful examination of what happened in one under-resourced Chicago neighborhood.

Please join us for a screening of the film followed by an insightful panel discussion on the realities of how where you live impacts your ability to thrive and even survive!

📅 Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Innovation Hall, Room 105

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMn4KWbdTikP4OGvpLWFX2GOujQ9TLxVDjEIHpJucQByNDew/viewform

The Coalition for Supportive Care of Kidney Patients has released a new white paper outlining why kidney supportive care should become a standard component of value-based kidney care.

Developed by research scientists and healthcare leaders from George Washington University, Virginia Commonwealth University, Kansas City Kidney Consultants, and Nexus VBC Partners, the paper highlights five practical strategies to improve patient access, strengthen clinical workflows, and support informed treatment decisions.

Read the full white paper:

Integrating Kidney Supportive Care into Value-Based Care | Coalition for Kidney Supportive Care | The George Washington University The Coalition for Kidney Supportive Care releases a white paper on the important role of kidney supportive care in value-based care models.

Vitamin D deficiency can affect more than bone health.

In Flow Space, GW Nursing Professor Joyce Knestrick, Ph.D., FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, discusses how low vitamin D levels may contribute to fatigue, brain fog, muscle weakness, and an increased risk of falls and fractures, particularly among postmenopausal women. ⬇️

Feeling Fatigued or Weak? You Might Not Be Getting Enough Vitamin D Most American adults, including many midlife women, have vitamin D deficiency. Here's what not getting enough of this vitamin does to the body.

Join us as the 2025-2026 Fellows in Health Policy and Media present their diverse fellowship work that spans advocacy, research, and media engagement. Hear how their work is making a difference in their fields of study.

🗓️ June 29, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM EST

Register to attend on Zoom: https://gwu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/cRBGTW_qQrSp960m9GHblA #/registration

On May 14, the George Washington University School of Nursing community gathered to celebrate its faculty and staff and honor individuals who went above and beyond in their service of the institution and its students. The 2026 GW Nursing Excellence Awards recognized those whose dedication, innovation, and empathy drive the school’s mission forward.

Honoring Excellence | School of Nursing | The George Washington University On May 14, the George Washington University School of Nursing community gathered to celebrate its faculty and staff

For parents in the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, the environment often triggers a "survival mode" that can lead to long-term post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression.

Melissa B. Jones, Ph.D. ’26, CPNP-AC, saw an opportunity to research this kind of trauma and create a path to fundamentally change the trajectory of a child’s development.

The WIN Program | School of Nursing | The George Washington University Melissa B. Jones, Ph.D. ’26, CPNP-AC, the clinical focus on the infant’s heart was only half of the equation.