Interview with Joanna Russell

Joanna Russell, President of Sumner College discusses the future of nursing, career opportunities in healthcare and how nurses are critical during the COVID-19 pandemic with “Let’s Talk Portland”. Hear her interview and learn more about the new RN to BSN program at Sumner College.

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Demand for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) Increases The week of January 27th, 2021, certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) and the work they do were honored with the annual CRNA Week.
CRNAs are highly trained nurses who have a focused skill set and responsibilities that require close patient ...

How New Nurses Can Work with Difficult Patients When you decided to become a nurse, you knew it wouldn’t always be easy. You expected the long nights, the grueling shifts, the heartbreak of losing a patient. But something you probably didn’t think much about the possibility of not ...

RN to BSN Program $5,000 COVID Scholarship - Now Offering Sumner College is now offering a $5,000 COVID Scholarship for Registered Nurses who want to pursue their RN to BSN. Our RN to BSN program is offered 100% online and can be completed in only 13 months. This scholarship is ...

Galvanizing Change for Physical Activity What comes to mind when you hear the words, “Physical Activity”? For some, it might conjure up a negative connotation while for others, they may already be a go getter for an active lifestyle. Believe it or not, physical activity ...

10 Non-Bedside Nursing Job Ideas Hospitals will always need bedside care, but more and more nurses are looking for jobs beyond the hospital, especially as the COVID-19 pandemic makes patient care even more exhausting than usual.
The pandemic has stretched hospitals to the limit with ...

Weather Alert Sumner College Weather Alert – Clinical rotations that were scheduled to take place February 12, February 13 and February 14 at a facility have been cancelled. Online simulation clinical scheduled for Friday, February 12, will take place. Please contact your ...

Nursing Administrator Careers and Salary Outlook Nursing administrators use their training in advanced practice nursing and business management to ensure that hospitals and other healthcare facilities operate smoothly and efficiently. This guide provides an overview of how to become a nursing administrator, from educational requirements and ...

Salary Potential for RNs with ADN vs BSN Degrees Salary Potential for RNs with ADN vs BSN Degrees
Earning potential is another factor to consider when choosing between an ADN and a BSN. ADN-holders earn an average annual salary of about $69,660, according to data from PayScale. In contrast, nurses ...

Top 9 Advantages of a BSN Degree The field of nursing is a quickly growing field; the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that registered nurse employment will increase by 19% from 2012-22. But there are several paths to becoming a registered nurse: earning a 1-2 year ...

The FNSNA Announces a New Diversity Scholarship Award The Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association (FNSNA) is delighted to announce a new diversity scholarship award sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. Funding may be used for tuition, fees, and books. Use the same application to apply for all ...

RN to BSN - Accelerated. Accredited. Achievable. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (RN to BSN) is designed for registered nurses with an associate’s degree in nursing who want to advance in the profession. Our 13-month Bachelors of Science in Nursing program will broaden your understanding ...

How Medical Assistants Manage Covid Patients How Medical Assistants Manage Covid Patients
The roles of a certified medical assistant in this time of the Covid pandemic can be described in many ways. The medical assistant career has a number of facets and is continuing to expand. ...

School Nurses and Virtual Learning What is the future of school nurses when it comes to virtual learning? Will they still be needed? Will they work remotely and chime in to care for the student, will they travel to the home of the student when ...

Patient Safety in Nursing Medical errors are a medical professional’s worst nightmare. Unfortunately, they are also quite common. According to research from Johns Hopkins University, patient mortality due to medical errors was noted as the third leading cause of death in the United States within the ...

FAQ: Becoming A Certified Medical Assistant Are you interested in becoming a certified medical assistant but don’t know where to start? Do you have questions about programs, courses, and the certified medical assistant exam (CMA)?
Taking steps to become a certified assistant doesn’t have to be ...

Patient Care and the Importance of Doctor/Patient Relationships One of the foundations of clinical care is the doctor-patient relationship. Developing a positive, trusting bond with patients enables you to form more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. It also has a significant impact on patient care and overall patient ...

7 Things You Can Do With a BSN Degree Besides Nursing Are you interested in a nursing career, or looking to change your career after spending years in the clinical setting? Perhaps you've recently experienced a life change and are looking for a way to enjoy the freedom of working remotely or ...

6 Medical Assistant Specializations to Explore in 2021 Looking for a medical assistant specialization but not sure which one to choose? Check out 6 specialties that will be in demand in 2021.
Now more than ever, medical assistants are in high demand, with job growth of about 23% between 2019 ...

Happy New Years The administration and staff from Sumner College wish you a very Happy New Year!

Medical Assisting - An Evolving Career We are now living in the rapidly changing world of a global pandemic. There has never been a more challenging time or a more rewarding time to be a medical assistant. As Covid cases (also called Coronavirus, or Covid-19) continue ...

Finals Week Schedule Sumner College Finals Week 2021

How Nurses Can Still Go to School During COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic may have some aspiring nursing students hesitating to further their education. But online nursing programs have been teaching students remotely for many years and many more are transitioning to online or hybrid programs including Sumner College.
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Sumner College Christmas Break Sumner College winter break begins December 21 and runs through January 1st, 2021. No classes for students. Offices will be open except on Christmas Day, December 25th and New Year's Day, January 1st.

The Characteristics of a Professional Nursing Student Credit: Minority Nurse Magazine
If you are a nursing student, I would like to welcome you to the fabulous field of nursing! There is nothing more rewarding than serving in this meaningful profession. I anticipate you plan to practice in ...

How Nursing Students Are Rising Up To Fight COVID-19 Written by Sarah Jividen for Nurse.org
There are a lot of rumors flying around about what will happen with nursing students during the coronavirus pandemic, especially now that hospitals need more help than ever to manage the influx of COVID-19 ...

What to Expect in Nursing School Clinicals: Top Questions, Answered Written by Mariam Yazdi from Nurse.org
Nerves...confusion...chaos...all of the above?!?!
Your first time in a hospital for clinic rotations can be daunting. While pulling up to the hospital parking lot at the crack of dawn, your mind might be racing ...

10 Tips for Online Nursing Class Success Written by Chaunie Brusie from Nurse.org
Attending nursing classes online can have a lot of benefits, like accommodating your current work schedule (hellllooooo night shift), allowing you to attend class in your pajamas, and fit in family life.
But all that ...

Medical Assisting Career Basics Medical assistants provide administrative and clinical support to medical professionals in a variety of health care settings. You can become a medical assistant in as little as a year after graduating high school through Sumner College's medical assisting program. Once ...

Taylor's Story | Working as a Medical Assistant While She Advances Her Education Written by Jake Uitti from Nurse.org
Taylor Brune is many things. To start, perhaps above all else, she is passionate about healthcare. Brune, who recently survived COVID-19, suffers from chronic autoimmune deficiencies, which began from a bite from a tick. ...

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