nursing
Coverage of nursing in the Nexus archive.
- Remote work has its perks, but U.Va. study also finds mental health downsides
A University of Virginia study by economist Emma Harrington found that remote workers experience greater mental distress compared to those in in-person jobs, driven by increased isolation. The study highlights that people living alone face the most significant challenges, with many days lacking meaningful social contact, while also acknowledging benefits like reduced commutes and family time. Harrington suggests hybrid work schedules may balance these trade-offs.
- Opinion: The $50 Billion Rural Healthcare Opportunity States Can’t Afford To Miss
The Rural Health Transformation Program, a $50 billion federal initiative from 2026 to 2030, aims to address rural healthcare crises by funding state-led efforts to stabilize hospitals and build sustainable health systems. Education and workforce development are key priorities, with a focus on creating pathways for rural students into nursing careers through cross-sector partnerships like Indiana's RAZ-32 model.
- Nursing and other graduate students get higher loan limits
A legal challenge to a law taking effect this week has doubled loan limits for certain graduate students, including those in nursing. The change allows these students to borrow more from the federal government.
- Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
A judge's ruling has granted nursing and other graduate fields 'professional' status for student loans, allowing higher loan limits. Students in nursing, physical therapy, and related fields now qualify for increased borrowing.
- Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, and other fields are now eligible for higher student loan limits following a judge's ruling that granted nursing the 'professional' label for loan purposes.
- Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, and several other fields are now eligible for higher student loan limits following a judge's ruling that granted nursing the 'professional' label.
- Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, and several other fields will now be eligible for higher student loan limits following a judge's ruling that granted nursing the 'professional' label for loan purposes.
- Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, and other fields will have higher student loan limits after a federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration rule that imposed lower caps. The ruling removes restrictions previously applied to these programs.
- Nursing gains ‘professional’ label for student loans after judge’s ruling, but theology now dropped
A federal judge's ruling led the U.S. Education Department to temporarily revise student loan rules, allowing higher loan amounts for nursing and similar graduate programs while excluding theology. The department disputes the ruling but complies temporarily as litigation continues.
- Nursing gains ‘professional’ label for student loans after judge’s ruling, but theology now dropped
A federal judge's ruling temporarily increased federal student loan limits for graduate nursing and physical therapy programs by classifying them as 'professional' fields, while theology programs were excluded. The U.S. Education Department issued a revised rule complying with the order but plans to challenge it, maintaining that the original Trump-era definition of 'professional programs' is lawful.
- Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling, but theology now dropped
A federal judge's ruling temporarily increased federal student loan limits for nursing and physical therapy graduate programs by blocking part of a Trump administration rule. The U.S. Education Department revised the rule to comply, but theology programs were reclassified as non-professional, reducing their loan caps. The department plans to challenge the ruling in court.
- Nursing gains ‘professional’ label for student loans after judge’s ruling, but theology now dropped
A federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration rule that limited student loan caps for graduate programs in nursing, physical therapy, and other fields, increasing loan limits for these students. The ruling also removed theology from eligibility for higher loan limits.
- Nursing degrees gain 'professional' designation after judge's ruling, but theology now dropped
A federal judge's ruling temporarily expanded student loan limits for nursing and other graduate programs by reclassifying them as 'professional' degrees, but theology and similar fields were removed from the designation. The U.S. Education Department revised its rule to comply with the court order, maintaining a legal challenge to the original Trump administration policy.
- Court pauses new federal limits on graduate student loans
A federal judge temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Education's new rule narrowing the definition of 'professional degree' to 11 fields, which would have imposed stricter federal loan caps on graduate students in excluded fields like nursing and teaching. The judge ruled the department likely exceeded its authority, but did not block the loan caps themselves, which are statutory. The decision followed lawsuits from groups representing nursing, education, public health, and physician assistant programs.
- Judge Blocks Trump Plan Limiting Graduate Student Loans in Nursing, Other Fields
A federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration plan that would have limited access to loans for students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, public health, and other fields. The decision affects graduate students in those disciplines by maintaining their loan eligibility.
- Judge blocks Trump plan that would limit graduate student loans in nursing and other fields
A federal judge has blocked part of a Trump administration plan that would have limited access to loans for students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, public health and some other fields.
- Judge blocks Trump plan that would limit graduate student loans in nursing and other fields
A federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration plan to limit federal student loans for graduate programs in nursing, physical therapy, public health, and other fields. The ruling paused new loan caps of $100,000 for 'graduate' programs and $200,000 for 'professional' degrees, which excluded nursing and related fields. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners and other groups argued the policy would force students to take private loans or abandon education.
- Judge blocks Trump plan that would limit graduate student loans in nursing and other fields
A federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration plan to limit graduate student loan amounts for fields like nursing and public health. The ruling paused updated definitions of 'professional degree' that excluded certain groups from higher loan caps, which were set to take effect in July. The Education Department is reviewing the decision, and another lawsuit challenging the loan caps remains pending.
- Narrowed Education Department definition of ‘professional’ degrees stopped in federal court
A federal judge temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Education's new definition of 'professional' degrees, which would have imposed lower student loan caps on fields like nursing, teaching, and social work. The ruling halts a key part of the Trump administration's student loan overhaul, citing the rule as likely contrary to congressional intent.
- One chart shows AI's jobs impact — and how it compares to other tech advances
Yale Budget Lab researchers found AI has a modest impact on the U.S. job market, comparable to past tech advances like the internet and computers. AI is altering job roles but not causing large-scale unemployment, with sectors like finance facing more disruption than nursing.
- Chanelle Hayes shows off her 9st weight loss in nude underwear after ditching her nursing job to be an OnlyFans model
Chanelle Hayes showcases her 9st weight loss in nude underwear following her transition from a nursing career to modeling on OnlyFans.
- Young and unemployed? Remote work, not AI, may be the problem, study finds
A study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found that the rise of remote work since the pandemic has increased unemployment rates for young college graduates in 'remotable' jobs, such as software development, compared to older workers. The study attributes this to businesses' reluctance to hire inexperienced workers for remote roles due to challenges in training and mentoring, with remote work accounting for two-thirds of the rise in youth unemployment. AI's impact on youth unemployment was found to be minimal.
- New student loan limits challenged by Democratic attorneys general, governors in lawsuit
Democratic attorneys general and governors sued the U.S. Department of Education over new student loan regulations that impose stricter borrowing limits for postbaccalaureate programs not classified as 'professional' degrees. The lawsuit argues the regulations unlawfully narrow the definition of 'professional' degrees, reducing funding for state institutions and harming workforce needs in healthcare and education.
- Lawsuit over federal student loan caps highlights impact on nursing shortage
Several states are filing a lawsuit challenging a Trump administration rule that caps student loans for graduate students pursuing degrees in nursing and other healthcare professions. The lawsuit highlights concerns about how these loan caps may exacerbate the existing nursing shortage by making it more difficult for students to finance their education in these critical healthcare fields.
- States say Trump admin unlawfully redefined ‘professional degree,’ cutting off loans for healthcare workers
A coalition of attorneys general and governors sued the U.S. Department of Education over regulations redefining 'professional degree' to impose stricter loan limits on graduate programs like nursing and teaching. The lawsuit claims the redefinition unlawfully narrows eligibility, reducing funding for institutions and threatening healthcare workforce needs.
- New student loan limits challenged by Democratic attorneys general, governors in lawsuit
Democratic attorneys general and governors sued the U.S. Department of Education over new student loan regulations that impose stricter borrowing limits on non-professional postbaccalaureate programs. The lawsuit challenges the department's narrowed definition of 'professional degree,' which excludes fields like nursing and teaching, and argues the changes will reduce funding for state institutions and hinder workforce development.
- New student loan limits challenged by Democratic attorneys general, governors in lawsuit
Democratic attorneys general and governors sued the U.S. Department of Education over new student loan regulations that impose stricter borrowing limits on non-professional postbaccalaureate programs. The lawsuit challenges the department's narrowed definition of 'professional degree,' arguing it unlawfully reduces funding for state institutions and hinders workforce development in healthcare and education.
- US House members scrutinize ‘big, beautiful’ law’s loan limits for nursing degrees
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon faced criticism during a House hearing over new federal student loan limits for graduate and professional programs, including nursing and teaching. The changes, stemming from a Republican tax and spending bill, impose annual and aggregate borrowing caps, with 'professional' fields like medicine receiving higher limits. Lawmakers argued the policy makes higher education less accessible for non-professional degree programs.
- In 2026, ‘learn to code’ has become ‘learn to nurse’
By 2026, the focus of education has shifted from coding to nursing, reflecting the growing demand for healthcare professionals. The article emphasizes that healthcare remains a stable and indispensable sector that cannot be outsourced.
- Study finds California has 22 highest-paying cities for nurses in America
A study by the University of West Alabama found that 22 of America's 25 highest-paying cities for nurses are in California. The research used data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Projections Central to analyze nursing salaries and employment trends.