Implementing Advanced Simulation Training in the NICU

In neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), preparation is everything. Simulation training has long been a tool for healthcare teams to refine their skills in high-pressure, high-stakes situations. But with the integration of advanced simulation technologies and data-driven insights, NICU training is evolving into a powerful catalyst for both improved patient [...]

Implementing Advanced Simulation Training in the NICU2025-09-09T13:12:39+00:00

Looking Ahead to Fall Conferences — Come Visit ENSEARCH!

As fall approaches, the team at ENSEARCH is eagerly looking ahead towards two of the neonatal nursing community’s largest gatherings: National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) 41st Annual Conference Florida Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (FANNP) 2025 Conference This year, ENSEARCH will be exhibiting at both events, and we are [...]

Looking Ahead to Fall Conferences — Come Visit ENSEARCH!2025-08-12T22:15:33+00:00

Leveraging Telehealth to Expand Neonatal Care Services

When it comes to neonatal care, timely access to specialized medical expertise can make all the difference for vulnerable newborns. For many hospitals — particularly those in rural or underserved areas — ensuring that critically ill or premature infants receive expert care often requires complex and costly patient transfers. But [...]

Leveraging Telehealth to Expand Neonatal Care Services2025-07-14T19:12:11+00:00

Preparing for the Future: Succession Planning as Experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners Retire

In the coming years, a wave of retirements is likely to wash over neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). With factors such as an aging workforce and burnout, a good portion of neonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs) will be leaving their positions, at the very moment overall NP employment is projected to [...]

Preparing for the Future: Succession Planning as Experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners Retire2025-06-16T13:29:04+00:00

The Business Case for Investing in NNP Continuing Education

In neonatal care, clinical excellence is non-negotiable. Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs) are on the front lines, managing fragile lives and making critical decisions daily. For healthcare organizations, supporting the continuing education of NNPs isn’t simply a professional courtesy; it’s a strategic investment with tangible returns. From improved patient outcomes to [...]

The Business Case for Investing in NNP Continuing Education2025-05-13T12:29:52+00:00

Building a Resilient NNP Workforce: Addressing Burnout and Retention

Like much of the healthcare sector, the neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) workforce is facing a critical challenge: burnout and retention issues amplified by the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The demanding nature of caring for the most vulnerable patient population, combined with systemic staffing shortages and emotional strain, has [...]

Building a Resilient NNP Workforce: Addressing Burnout and Retention2025-04-14T12:49:11+00:00

Strategies to Mitigate the NNP Shortage in 2025

The shortage of neonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs) continues to be a pressing issue in 2025, posing significant challenges to the healthcare system. As demand for specialized neonatal care increases, healthcare organizations must implement proactive strategies to attract, train, and retain NNPs. Here are some key approaches to mitigate the ongoing [...]

Strategies to Mitigate the NNP Shortage in 20252025-03-15T23:59:09+00:00

Embracing Artificial Intelligence in the NICU: Benefits and Challenges

Throughout its history, the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has been consistently enhanced by advances in technology. With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), the field is poised to be revolutionized even further. By leveraging machine learning, predictive analytics, and automation, AI offers transformative benefits in the NICU, but there [...]

Embracing Artificial Intelligence in the NICU: Benefits and Challenges2025-02-14T12:50:47+00:00

A Summary of the Most Important Healthcare-Related Legislation Passed in 2024

In 2024, several significant healthcare-related legislative measures were passed in the U.S. aimed at addressing key challenges in the sector. Each of these changes has impacted different healthcare systems in unique ways, and staying abreast of new legal developments is important for being an informed member of the healthcare community.  [...]

A Summary of the Most Important Healthcare-Related Legislation Passed in 20242025-01-21T15:00:07+00:00