In a year unlike any other, what were the hottest nursing topics? Take a look at our most popular nursing stories in 2020.
Monday, December 14, 2020

As we approach the end of the calendar year, let's look back on the year that was. This week's feature story is a list of HealthLeaders' most-read nursing stories in 2020.

Also in this issue:
 

HealthLeaders' Top 5 Nursing Stories of 2020
In a year unlike any other, what were the hottest nursing topics? Here's a roundup of our most popular nursing stories.
 
 
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Do states have what they need to conduct mass vaccinations?
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Hospital Patient Volumes Had Slow Recovery in November
A report from Strata Decision Technology shows a decrease in volumes in hospitals during the month of November, despite a rise in COVID cases.
American Association of Nurse Practitioners Names New Chief Executive Officer
The board of directors of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners announces Jon Fanning, MS, CAE, CNED, will be its next chief executive officer.
Proactive Healthcare Financial Strategies for Forward-looking Leaders
Three healthcare finance leaders shared their insights about reducing costs and improving quality.
Guide Your Hospital Successfully Through the COVID-19 Crisis: 4 Strategies
The actions healthcare leaders implemented to manage their organizations through this watershed year offer an inspiring blueprint for leadership during a crisis.
 
 

Must Reads

'It's stunning': Wisconsin nurses on working the front lines of the pandemic
Wisconsin Public Radio
'It's unsafe'. Nurses alarmed at possible 2-day ICU training program announced by Gov. Newsom
ABC7 News
Number of vacant hospital beds in NYC and Long Island is dwindling with fewer than 20 percent available in both as COVID cases soar
Daily Mail
COVID-19 vaccines will be offered first to health care workers. But do they want them?
Chicago Sun-Times
Kansas hospital runs out of staff as COVID-19 cases surge
Fox 59
 

That's all for today. As always, send any tips, thoughts or advice my way at shoang@blr.com.
 

Son Hoang
Editor, Nursing