Our own Dean Shakira Henderson joins the latest Nurse.com podcast to talk about the real challenges new nurses are facing today—from steep learning curves and technology overload to the urgent need for mentorship and role clarity. She also shares bold ideas, like dual roles to better support and strengthen the future of nursing, drawing from…| nursing.ufl.edu
The University of Florida College of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program again leads Florida, earning the No. 1 spot in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. The BSN program has topped state rankings for five consecutive years, ranking No. 23 among public universities and No. 40 nationally. This recognition…| nursing.ufl.edu
Assistant Professor | Community Health Advocate | Gator Nurse for Life For Dr. Sandy Shapiro (BSN 2001), nursing has never been just a profession — it has been a path of purpose, growth and leadership. A proud graduate of the University of Florida College of Nursing, she currently serves as a tenure-track assistant professor at…| nursing.ufl.edu
Nurses Are Leading the Conversation on Responsible AI Nurses are natural innovators. They work tirelessly to use the cutting edge of technology for better health outcomes, whether they are supporting individual patient encounters, leading system changes or advancing precision environmental health. But they cannot champion environmental health while ignoring the environmental cost of technology…| College of Nursing » University of Florida
Discover practical skills to help manage stress, improve focus and build resilience through mindfulness. This evidence-based program is designed for anyone navigating the normal or extraordinary stresses of life.| College of Nursing » University of Florida
By Carlos E. Medina The Mount Carmel Baptist Church Family Life Center was filled with hope and healing on Sept. 6 as community residents gathered for the inaugural Power Over Pain Jubilee, an event aimed at raising awareness and support for individuals and families living with chronic pain. Dozens gathered for a day of education,…| nursing.ufl.edu
By Anna Hoffman Shakira Henderson, PhD, DNP, MS, MPH, EMBA, IBCLC, RNC-NIC, has been named the Linda Harman Aiken Chair at the University of Florida College of Nursing. Henderson, who joined UF in January 2024, is the sixth dean of the College of Nursing, as well as the UF Health Associate Vice President for Nursing…| nursing.ufl.edu
