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MTSU donor Clyde Hall says ‘it’s a joy’ to provide scholarships to nursing students

Jan 09, 2024 at 11:12 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University alumnus Clyde Hall had 27 cents in his pocket when he graduated as a nurse anesthetist in 1975. “I lo.... Read More

Nurses Bring Holiday Magic to Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital's NICU

Dec 22, 2023 at 09:57 am by WGNS News

In a heartwarming tradition that has become synonymous with the spirit of the season, Nurses Kim Meek and Olivia Sizemore have once again transformed Ascension Saint Thomas.... Read More

Debt is Soaring and Medical Care Continues to be a Growing Need in Rutherford County

Oct 24, 2023 at 11:13 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The COVID Pandemic wreaked havoc on our healthcare system in multiple ways, from increasing debt to overworking healthcare professionals. Congr.... Read More

Study Shows Peer Messaging Tool Can Be Successfully Implemented in the Nursing Workforce

Jan 03, 2023 at 08:45 am by WGNS News

A tool developed at Vanderbilt University Medical Center to address disrespectful workplace behaviors through trained peer-to-peer messaging can be successfully implemented in.... Read More

Highlighting the duties of a Nurse and Stories from the local ER

May 11, 2021 at 09:05 am by Producer

Highlighting the duties of a Nurse and Stories from the local ER, with special guests Ashley Trout, Critical Care Nurse and Brandy Smith, Assistant Nurse Manager at Saint.... Read More

Help with Long Term Care Expenses for Seniors and their Spouses who Served in the Military

Mar 30, 2021 at 06:53 am by WGNS

There is a myriad of programs available for aging seniors and their spouses who served our country in the military, but most people don’t know about all the choices they.... Read More

MTSU Nursing begins administering Moderna vaccine to community

Feb 25, 2021 at 12:30 pm by WGNS

The MTSU School of Nursing gave eligible Rutherford County residents COVID Vaccinations on Thursday (2/25/21). The vaccine injections were given by nursing students and facult.... Read More

TN Health News: Tennessee Removes State Visitation Restrictions for Long-term Care Facilities

Feb 25, 2021 at 09:01 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Department of Health announced state-specific visitation restrictions for long-term care facilities will end effective February 28, 2021. Facilities should.... Read More

Supplies Needed for Special Kids Staff

Jan 26, 2021 at 08:00 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN -- As Special Kids staff continue to provide care within both their therapy and nursing centers to children with complex medical needs, organizational le.... Read More

Long Term Care Providers Call On Governors To Ensure Their Residents And Staff Receive Vaccine First

Dec 02, 2020 at 10:10 am by WGNS

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living communities across th.... Read More

Nursing Homes See Record Number Of New COVID Cases / Rutherford County has HIGH Community Spread Rate

Nov 17, 2020 at 09:57 am by WGNS

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living communities across th.... Read More

Nursing Homes Warn of Third Spike of COVID Cases Due to Community Spread

Oct 20, 2020 at 12:00 pm by WGNS

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living communities across th.... Read More

U.S. Nursing Homes Facing Financial Woes due to COVID-19

Aug 13, 2020 at 10:45 am by WGNS

Nursing homes around the country are experiencing significant problems with finances due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.An executive summary released by the American Health Care Ass.... Read More

Special Kids: Growing their impact through ONE Change

Jul 24, 2020 at 08:30 am by WGNS

Special Kids based in Murfreesboro has released their one change child partner…This year's "One Change" Child Partner, Guadalupe, is just one of many children that have.... Read More

Nursing Home Industry Applauds the Trump Administration for Providing An Additional $5 Billion to Help Protect Residents and Caregivers

Jul 23, 2020 at 11:00 am by WGNS

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living co.... Read More

Signed by Governor: COVID-related liability protection to healthcare providers

Jul 03, 2020 at 11:41 am by WGNS

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed Executive Order No. 53, granting limited COVID-related liability protection to healthcare providers.“Hospitals, nursing homes, an.... Read More

Rutherford County students complete Certified Nursing Assistant summer program

Jul 02, 2020 at 09:56 am by WGNS

By PAIGE HOLLOWAYRutherford County SchoolsSeveral Rutherford County students have recently worked to earn essential skills during a month-long Certified Nursing Assistant clas.... Read More

NYC Nurse Thanks Fellow Heroes at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

Jun 30, 2020 at 10:45 am by WGNS

ABOVE: Lewis (right) and her mom delivering thank you notes and goodies to Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford. "I wanted to show appreciation to the nurses at As.... Read More