Nurse Leaders Begin Here

Our mission is to advance the science of health and healthcare by preparing nurse clinicians, educators, leaders, and researchers to
optimize health equity and wellness of individuals, families, communities, and populations. The School of Nursing promotes, improves,
and innovates nursing through interdisciplinary and transformational education, scholarship, practice, and community engagement.

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Academic Programs

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Community Nursing

Through community partnerships, nursing students and faculty make an impact across the valley.

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Research

Research discoveries help preserve and promote the health and wellness of Nevadans and the future of nursing education, with an enhanced focus on health issues associated with an urban environment and sustainability.

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Alumni Engagement

Once a rebel nurse, always a rebel nurse. Explore exciting ways to stay connected to UNLV Nursing through mentorship, leadership, and other opportunities.

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Vital Views

Take vital nursing and health information on the go with UNLV Nursing's award-winning* podcast. Vital Views provides a multitude of valuable nursing-related content, from national trends to nursing school tips; from interpersonal skills to technological changes; and from research to personal stories.

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*In 2022, Vital Views received a Pinnacle Award from the Las Vegas Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America in the webcasts/podcasts category.

Nurse Newsmakers

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The two-time UNLV graduate is funding a scholarship to help others join the ranks of nursing.

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President Chris Heavey recognizes 10 students for their staunch commitment to academic excellence and service to the community.

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Despite working with a challenging U.S. market, team STheory's bold strategy leads to big payoff.

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Announcements

Accomplishments

Rebecca Benfield (Nursing) was selected as a 2025 Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) for her significant contributions to health and health care. She will be recognized at the Academy's annual Health Policy Conference on October 16-18 in Washington, DC. 
Deborah Greer Byers (Nursing) was selected to serve on the Wellness Committee for the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA). The Wellness Committee is a special committee that assists the AANA Board of Directors in fostering lifelong healthy behavior decisions, promoting…

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