Louisiana is home to several excellent colleges, one in particular is being recognized for having the best nursing program in the United States.

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From Lafayette, Baton Rouge, to New Orleans, you will come across several colleges that provide students with an opportunity to grow and continue their education in Louisiana.

Nurse.org just hosted its annual Best of Nursing Awards and recognized a Louisiana university for having the best nursing program in the country.

What Louisiana University Has The Best Nursing Program?

WAFB reported that several colleges across the country were nominated for this award, including Emory University School of Nursing, Florida State University College of Nursing, the University of Michigan School of Nursing, and the University of Washington School of Nursing.

Southern University in Baton Rouge has officially been awarded for having the best nursing program in the United States.

The dean of the College of Nursing and Allied Health, Dr. Sandra Brown, congratulated the university's achievement saying, "Winning this award is more than just a recognition for SUSON, it’s a win for the entire Jaguar Nation. We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted and supported this moment of recognition. Together, we have demonstrated the remarkable power, passion, and pride of the Jaguar Nation."


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 Best of Nursing Award Winners:

"The "Best of Nursing" Awards are a Nurse.org annual initiative to recognize and celebrate dedication and excellence in the nursing industry in the U.S."

This is the complete list of the "Best of Nursing Awards" that were announced.

  • Most Influential Nurse: Nurse Erica
  • Best Nurse Community Initiative: Travel Nurse Takeover
  • Best Nurse Content Creator: Travius Keandric
  • Best Nurse Event: NurseCon at Sea
  • Best Nurse-Founded Business: Mel’s Crafty CoRNer
  • Best Nurse Leader: Gabrielle Abelard
  • Best Nurse Innovation: Awake and Walking (Kali Dayton)
  • Best Nurse Mentor: Brandy Pinkerton
  • Best Nurse Nonprofit: Don't Clock Out
  • Nurse Podcast Host: Sarah Lorenzini
  • Best Nursing School: Southern University School of Nursing
  • Best Nurse Scrubs: OliveUs
  • Best Nurse Shoes: Clove Shoes
  • Best Nurse Technology: DreamCloud Psychiatry
  • Best Nurse Wellness Advocate: Georgie Villareal
  • Best Rising Star, Early Career Nurse: Kylie Brinkerhoff
  • Best Stethoscope for Nurses: Littmann Stethoscope
  • Best Travel Nursing Agency: Travel Nurse Across America

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