Thursday, January 8, 2026

The Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program (IONRP) is starting the new year with exciting updates and resources to support nurses and healthcare organizations nationwide.

What’s Inside This Month’s Newsletter:

  • Director’s Blog & Podcast Launch
    Dive into strategies for nurse engagement in our latest blog by Director Nicole Weathers, paired with Season 3, Episode 1 of the Beyond Nurse Residency Podcast.
  • Resident Spotlight & Upcoming Cohort
    Meet one of our outstanding nurse residents and learn more about our first online cohort of 2026, beginning in February.
  • Free Preceptor Training for Iowa Nurses
    We’re partnering with MCIRN to offer complimentary preceptor training—helping nurses across Iowa strengthen their mentorship skills.
  • Conference Season Begins
    IONRP will kick off the year at the NRHA Rural Health Policy Institute in Washington, D.C., this February.

Read the full newsletter here