Notes on Nursing

Explore issues of our monthly newsletter, which features the many ways nurses' innovation and leadership drive transformative change in healthcare.
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Johnson & Johnson has proudly championed the nursing profession for more than 125 years. Our commitment is to recognize, celebrate and support the irreplaceable value and impact that nurses bring to healthcare, every day.

Our monthly e-newsletter highlights the nurse innovators transforming healthcare from the inside out, the leaders catalyzing the profession forward, and the nursing students and educators who are building the workforce of the future, as well as up-to-date information on nursing scholarships, events, and more.

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Explore recent issues of Notes on Nursing
In the December issue of Notes on Nursing, explore our top articles of 2025! Dive into stories of nurse innovation, impact and inspiration.
In the November issue of Notes on Nursing, meet the 2025 NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon finalist teams! Plus, a new opportunity to develop and implement workplace solutions, and a new episode of the SEE YOU NOW podcast!
In the October issue of Notes on Nursing, see how nurse practitioners are driving innovation and care access. Plus, don’t miss the NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon and a new SEE YOU NOW episode on AI in nursing. Read now.
In the September issue of Notes on Nursing, meet the health system pairing nurse operators with nurse scientists to power innovation and drive impact. Also, don’t miss the NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon deadline, and a new episode of the SEE YOU NOW podcast! Read now.
In the August issue of Notes on Nursing, find out how a Houston health system is partnering with a local school district to train the next generation of nurses and clinical team members at a fully immersive healthcare high school. Plus, a new episode of the SEE YOU NOW podcast, and new Innovation Academy sessions to get you ready to apply for the NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon! Read now.
In the July issue of Notes on Nursing, discover how 10 nurse-led teams are tackling handoffs, mentorship, and workload in creative new ways, plus the latest NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon info session opportunity, and a new episode of the SEE YOU NOW podcast! Read now!
In the June issue of Notes on Nursing, find real solutions for persistent workplace challenges. Meet the CNO cultivating an environment where nurses thrive through flexible care models, open communication, and strategic investments, and the brand-new cohort of the Nursing Workforce Solutions program by Johnson & Johnson and the AACN CSI Academy.
In a special National Nurses Month issue of Notes on Nursing, meet extraordinary nurse innovators, each transforming healthcare in meaningful ways.
In the April issue of Notes on Nursing, find out how nursing innovation units catalyzed small changes into big impact for nurses at Lehigh Valley Health Network. Plus, a new action guide for building a systemic culture of safety within health systems.
In the February issue of Notes on Nursing, discover actionable steps to improve patient care and nurse satisfaction and explore AI’s role in healthcare and opportunities to join transformative nursing fellowships. Read now!
In the January issue of Notes on Nursing, explore the transformative role of nurses in shaping AI-powered healthcare solutions, ensuring equitable patient outcomes and better workflows for clinicians. Plus, new opportunities from Johnson & Johnson for nurses and nurse leaders to drive systemic change within health systems.
Explore recent Notes on Nursing stories
  • Meet the three awardee teams receiving a combined $385,000 supported by Johnson & Johnson Foundation to advance solutions that are deeply rooted in lived experience and engineered for real-world impact.
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  • Growing from a single hackathon to a global platform for nurse-led innovation, NurseHack4Health has been empowering nursing teams to design bold, scalable solutions for five years. This year’s Pitch-A-Thon showcases the breadth of nursing ingenuity, from AI-driven maternal health tools and sensory-based care innovations to solar-powered dialysis and digital workforce solutions, demonstrating how nurses everywhere are transforming healthcare.
    2025-11-11T15:04:29.850Z
  • A groundbreaking hybrid program from Duke Health and Johnson & Johnson is equipping nurse practitioners (NPs) with leadership and business acumen tools to design and launch NP-run primary care and behavioral health enterprises in limited-resource settings. Learn how 20 NPs are expanding access, advancing equity, and empowering community-driven care.
    2025-10-08T21:19:16.836Z
  • In a novel and impactful model, Ascension is transforming healthcare innovation by pairing nurse operators with practice-based nurse scientists. This partnership blends operational expertise with scientific rigor, turning frontline insights into scalable, evidence-based solutions. From reducing falls in emergency departments to improving retention and safety, the approach delivers measurable impact and empowers nurses to lead change.
    2025-09-04T14:04:43.417Z
  • Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System is creating powerful new on-ramps for nursing careers, starting in high school. Through a bold partnership with the Aldine Independent School District and a deep investment in internal mobility, the system is opening doors for students and staff alike to build meaningful careers in healthcare.
    2025-08-06T15:04:20.016Z
  • Through the 2024–2025 Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellowship, 10 nurse-led teams are piloting creative, scalable solutions to some of the most persistent challenges in care delivery. Learn how nursing leaders across the country are solving these issues and building a more supportive, sustainable future for nurses everywhere.
    2025-06-27T15:42:42.971Z
Subscribe to Notes on Nursing, our monthly news digest.
Explore issues of our monthly newsletter, which features the many ways nurses' innovation and leadership drive transformative change in healthcare.