1.Parkinson’s Foundation Nurse Grant Awardees, 20182.Edmond J. Safra Visiting Nurse Scholars Highlights and Year in Review3.Upcoming programs:4.Nursing Solutions: Webinar SeriesThe 2018 Edmond J. Safra Visiting Nurse Program at the Parkinson’s Foundation Annual Alumni Award has been awarded to two colleagues at Louisiana Tech University: Tara Haskins, DNP, RN, Associate Professor, and Donna Hood, PhD, RN, CNE, Professor and Nursing Director. ... read more
Source: Parkinson’s FoundationPublished on 2018-12-11By mschaffel@parkinson.org
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