Nursing - News February 8, 2014

New computer systema s trouble starts with state workers, officials say - The Fresno Bee

Before the state launched a new computer system to license nurses, the old paper process took six to eight weeks, sometimes less.

Nurses strike averted in Greenfield; agreement reached - WWLP

Hospital officials and nurses at Baystate Franklin Medical Center announced a tentative contract agreement Friday, three days before the nurses were scheduled to go on a one-day strike.

Hilo clinic to close, citing finances, few doctors - The Miami Herald

A Hilo clinic offering medical care tailored to Native Hawaiians plans to shut down next month after years of struggling with finances and a crippling doctor shortage.

Feedback gives praise to Airedale Hospitals maternity service - Ilkley Gazette

Feedback from thousands of pregnant women and mothers about NHS-funded maternity services has been published for the first time, with those at Airedale Hospital being rated highly.

Conquering the doctor shortage - St. Cloud Times

America already doesn't have enough doctors, with a shortage of 45,000 forecast by 2020.

Conquering the doctor shortage - USA Today

Waiting weeks to see a doctor. Scrambling to find one. Foregoing care altogether.

Nursing leader to head Sterling Regional MedCenter department - Journal-Advocate

A nursing leader with more than 13 years of experience in hospital leadership has been named Chief Nursing Officer at Sterling Regional MedCenter.

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