Celebrating NPD Week with the September IONRP Newsletter
The September edition of the Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program (IONRP) Newsletter is live — and it’s packed with inspiration, innovation, and celebration as we honor Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Week, September 14–20.
Featured Blog Post:
IONRP Coordinator Jess Ociepka shares her powerful journey into the world of NPD, shedding light on the essential — and often overlooked — role NPD practitioners play in nurse education, career transitions, and lifelong learning.
Podcast Spotlight:
This month’s episode explores how Mary Greeley Medical Center and UnityPoint Health – Quad Cities Muscatine are customizing the IONRP experience to improve nurse retention and reduce burnout. Hear how personalized support and real-time feedback are transforming the new nurse journey.
In This Issue:
- Celebrating the September 2024 Online Cohort
- Welcoming the September 2025 Cohort
- Success Spotlight: Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
- Innovation in Rural Health
Big News:
IONRP Director Nicole Weathers was recently featured in the National Rural Health Association’s Rural Health Voices Blog. Her article highlights two nurse-led initiatives — IONRP and Simulation in Motion-IA — both recognized as Edge Runners by the American Academy of Nursing.
Upcoming Presentation:
Catch Nicole Weathers at the NRHA Critical Access Hospital Conference in Kansas City, September 24–26, where she’ll co-present on innovative strategies for rural healthcare.
Read the full newsletter here.