News
October 2020
Students volunteer to provide flu shots at Yolo County drive-through clinic
October 13, 2020
Nearly 20 students from the UC Davis School of Medicine and Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing are volunteering their weekend hours at Yolo County’s free flu shot clinic in West Sacramento to help vaccinate the underserved.
Happy 10th Anniversary to the School of Nursing!
October 8, 2020
The School of Nursing grew out of the shared vision of UC Davis and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. Now, more than 650 alumni make an indelible impact on the clinics, classrooms and communities in which they serve. They embody and enact the vision of our founders from bedside care to individuals and families to bold changes in health care systems across California.
New nursing collaboration addresses discrimination, advances diversity and inclusion
October 5, 2020
UC Davis Health is tackling racism by giving nurses new tools to address discrimination, which includes an effort that focuses on relationships as well as anti-racism and cultural humility training at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing.
September 2020
UC Davis nursing professor named fellow in Academy of Nursing Education
September 23, 2020
Clinical Professor Amy Nichols inducted into prestigious group of nursing educators at National League for Nursing convention.
Improving partnerships between family caregivers and health care professionals
September 21, 2020
An international conference shares strategies and innovative programs for future health professionals to identify caregivers’ preparedness to provide care, as well as training in family-centered communication for the incumbent workforce.
UC Davis physician assistant graduates take oath
September 18, 2020
After 27 months of classroom discussions, skills lab instruction, and hundreds of hours of clinical rotations, Class of 2020 graduates gather virtually to recite the Physician Assistant Professional Oath.
Sacramento philanthropists lend support to healthy aging efforts
September 18, 2020
Two Sacramento families - Angelo K. and Sofia Tsakopoulos and Chrysanthy and George Demos - donate funds to support an effort to preserve independence and choice for people as they age.
Introducing COVID19questions.org
September 17, 2020
UC Davis Health is part of a a new research consortium inviting clinicians, researchers, patients and the general public to submit questions that could be answered by COVID-19 patient record data.
ACTIVATE will bring telehealth services to vulnerable, at-risk residents of California’s Central Valley
September 10, 2020
A new public-private pilot initiative will bring telehealth services to underserved rural residents to reach populations who are vulnerable to the worst outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic with the technology, skills and connections they need to access and utilize health care services.
Aging Initiative: New integrated approach builds on foundation of older-adult care (video)
September 1, 2020
UC Davis Health launches a new initiative to provide world class care to older adults through clinical services, research and education.
August 2020
UC Davis Health patient safety experts offer primer to prevent COVID-19 diagnostic error
August 19, 2020
The co-editors-in-chief of a globally recognized resource on patient safety sift through coronavirus information from the U.S. and around the world to provide substance and perspective.
UC Davis nursing school launches scholarship program for disadvantaged students
August 10, 2020
A new Scholarship for Disadvantaged Students Program at the School of Nursing will support students in the graduate school's entry-level nursing program.
Music & Memory reduces dementia medications and aggressive behavior
August 3, 2020
In the most comprehensive study of its kind on the effects of the Music & Memory program, researchers from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis found personalized music reduces the amount of medication taken by nursing home residents and lessens their aggressive behaviors.
July 2020
New nurse practitioner residents begin clinical rotations
July 29, 2020
The first group of nurse practitioner residents begin clinical rotations in a program to equip new advanced practice providers with new skills for better patient care and increased access to care.
UC Davis Health expert offers family caregivers road map for navigating COVID-19
July 13, 2020
Few groups have faced more stress and confusion facing down COVID-19 than older adults and the people who care for them. Terri Harvath, director of the Family Caregiving Institute at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing, offers guidance and tips.
School of Nursing welcomes new students (VIDEO)
July 7, 2020
137 future registered nurses, physician assistants and family nurse practitioners embarked upon their education journeys at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis.
UC Davis nursing school selects inaugural nurse leader fellows
July 6, 2020
The 11 members of the inaugural cohort for the Betty Irene Moore Fellowships for Nurse Leaders and Innovators bring diversity of perspective and great potential to advance the nursing profession and are affiliated with major public and private universities across the country.
June 2020
Experts offer tips for summer gatherings with family amid COVID-19
June 29, 2020
UC Davis Health officials warn to not let your guard down and don’t assume keeping things within the family is safe or free from masking and social distancing guidelines..
New road map drives better health outcomes for everyone by 2030
June 29, 2020
New recommendations focus on the importance of a seamless system of comprehensive, accessible care designed to keep people healthy and well.
UC Davis nursing school names new health equity, diversity and inclusion dean
June 25, 2020
Piri Ackerman-Barger is tapped to lead the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing's efforts to create a diverse and welcoming setting in which to learn, work and collaborate. She is the first to hold this position in the school.
UC Davis nursing school hosts virtual celebration
June 11, 2020
The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis celebrates the accomplishments of this year's graduates with a virtual celebration.
May 2020
How Sacramento’s history has shaped today’s health care disparities [video]
May 21, 2020
Leaders from UC Davis Health tour Sacramento to learn history of its neighborhood and how it impacts the social determinants of health in the region.
UC Davis nursing professor named fellow in American Medical Informatics Association
May 19, 2020
School of Nursing Assistant Professor Katherine Kim is named a fellow of the American Medical Informatics Association.
UC Davis Health nurses discuss self-care during virtual gathering
May 12, 2020
More than 50 nurses from throughout UC Davis Health gathered virtually on Mon. May 11 to share experiences on the front lines and best practices for self-care.
Year of the Nurse includes opportunity for nurses to tell their own stories
May 6, 2020
To help honor the “Year of the Nurse,” UC Davis Health has launched a blog featuring nurses voicing their own stories, the ups and downs of a career in caring for others.
Determination and heart power young nurse
May 5, 2020
Lourdes Cueva starts this week as a UC Davis Medical Center nurse after negotiating pathway programs, working since high school to help her family and entering the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing with a seven-week-old daughter.
April 2020
UC Davis nursing and medical schools team up, keep students on track
April 30, 2020
The UC Davis School of Medicine step up to welcome physician assistant and family nurse practitioners from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis in departments for clinical rotations and preceptors.
Examining self-care in The Year of the Nurse
April 29, 2020
A virtual town hall for UC Davis Health nurses focused on self-care and builds community.
New certificate program for mental health providers delays start date
April 2, 2020
An online, post-master’s certificate program to nearly double the state’s current pipeline of PMHNP psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners delays launch date due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 2020
In times of crisis, remember to meditate
March 18, 2020
UC Davis cardiologist Uma Srivatsa recommends doing "five steps for five minutes" in times of high stress.
UC Davis schools of medicine and nursing receive high national rankings by U.S. News
March 17, 2020
UC Davis School of Medicine and Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing continue to climb into key national rankings
UC Davis School of Nursing rises in U.S. News & World Report top graduate nursing program rankings
March 16, 2020
The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis moves up six spots in U.S. News & World Report ranking of best graduate schools.
January 2020
New University of California program will double pipeline of specialized mental health providers in response to growing crisis
January 29, 2020
The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis partners with nursing schools at UCSF and UCLA to launch the first online, post-master’s certificate program of its kind in California to nearly double the state’s current pipeline of mental health nurse practitioners between now and 2025.
Watch video: Deans Brashear, Cavanagh share insights on KVIE’s “Studio Sacramento”
January 27, 2020
Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing Dean Stephen Cavanagh and School of Medicine Dean Allison Brashear conversed recently with host Scott Syphax about the evolving relationships among physicians, nurses and patients.
UC Davis physician assistant professor named national distinguished fellow
January 23, 2020
Gerald Kayingo, an associate clinical professor at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis, is named a distinguished fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants due to his outstanding contributions to the profession and his involvement in the community.
VIDEO: UC Davis nursing school opens applications for nurse leader fellowships
January 9, 2020
Applications are now open for a new fellowship program for nursing scholars and innovators with a high potential to accelerate leadership in nursing research, practice, education, policy and entrepreneurship.
December 2019
Three nursing teams earn PRISM awards, making UC Davis Medical Center No. 1 in state
December 20, 2019
Three UC Davis Medical Center nursing units earned national recognition this week for exemplary patient care and professional development achievements.
VIDEO: From patient to professional
December 13, 2019
Graduate nursing student Jason Ramos reunites with the nurse who saved his life and prepares for a career to care for others as he was cared for at UC Davis Health.
VIDEO: UC Davis nursing students mark end of graduate program with traditional pinning ceremony
December 13, 2019
Graduate students from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing celebration the completion of their studies and look forward to entering the nursing profession.
VIDEO: Bus tour connects UC Davis Health with Central Valley communities, gains national recognition
December 13, 2019
Students from the UC Davis schools of nursing and medicine experience the Central Valley region and learn how to better serve those populations.
VIDEO: The Art of Healing
December 11, 2019
For more than 35 years, UC Davis Health has been acquiring and displaying the unique works of local artists. Art has healing qualities, and UC Davis’ collection is designed to enrich the lives of patients, families, students and staff.
UC Davis nursing school receives $37.5 million from Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to support nurse leaders and innovators, expand national impact
December 3, 2019
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation grants UC Davis $37.5 million to establish a national fellowship program for nurse leaders and innovators.
November 2019
UC Davis nursing professors named distinguished gerontological educators
November 12, 2019
Three faculty from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis are recognized for their expertise in gerontological nursing.
