ABERDEEN, S.D. (NSU) – Dr. Lori Hendrickx, RN, EdD, CCRN, CNL, professor of nursing at Northern State University, was recently featured in USA Today’s MediaPlanet – Careers in Healthcare supplement. Her article, “Compassion in the Country: The Beauty of Rural Nursing,” explores the unique challenges and rewards of providing healthcare in rural communities.

In the piece, Hendrickx highlights the critical role rural nurses play in ensuring access to quality healthcare, emphasizing the importance of compassionate, patient-centered care. She also discusses the need for more healthcare professionals in rural areas and the opportunities available to those pursuing careers in nursing.

“As President of the Rural Nurse Organization, a long-time nursing educator and practicing nurse in a rural community, I appreciate the opportunity to highlight rural nursing and am pleased to be part of the launch of the NSU nursing program,” said Hendrickx. “With the NSU nursing program, we have a unique opportunity to serve our rural communities as we prepare future nurses with the knowledge and skills they need to be compassionate, competent nurses.”

Hendrickx, who holds a doctorate in education and multiple nursing certifications, brings years of expertise to Northern’s nursing program. As a dedicated educator, she prepares the next generation of nurses for meaningful careers in both rural and urban healthcare settings.

The full article can be read online at Education and Career News.

For more information about Northern State University’s nursing program, visit northern.edu/nursing.