NH Delegation Secures More Than $1 Million for Nashua’s Rivier University Nursing Programs
Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), Senator Maggie Hassan (NH), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, Senator Jeanne Shaheen (NH), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) announced that Rivier University in Nashua will receive more than $1 million to support nursing programs in the state. The funding will support a pathway from academic training to clinical practice for nurses, as well as increase the number of qualified nursing faculty.
“Investments in our health care workforce help address staff shortages and ensure that Granite Staters can get the care they need,” said Congressman Pappas. “I’m pleased to see this funding delivered to nursing programs in New Hampshire to support our nurses and ensure our health care workforce can meet the needs of our communities. I’ll keep working to secure resources that address these shortages and support the health care workforce.”
“Nurses are the backbone of our health care system, and it’s critical that we address New Hampshire’s nursing workforce shortage,” said Senator Hassan. “This important funding will help build the pipeline of nursing students in New Hampshire, and ultimately help more Granite Staters get the care they need.”
“I’m thrilled to see over $1 million in federal funding heading to New Hampshire to invest in Nurse Faculty Loan and Nurse Education, Practice, Quality and Retention (NEPQR)-Pathway Programs at Rivier University,” said Senator Shaheen. “As ongoing nursing and health care workforce shortages continue to impact communities across New Hampshire, investing in our nursing workforce is crucial to ensuring Granite Staters have access to the health care they need. I look forward to seeing the impact of these funds in strengthening our state’s health care system.”
“Nurses play a critical role in our state’s health care system and patients’ treatment – it is essential that we support their education and training and invest in the next generation of qualified nurses here in New Hampshire,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “I’m thrilled to see these resources heading to Rivier University in Nashua to create new pathways for students to get their nursing degrees and expand the teaching faculty.”
Last month, the New Hampshire delegation announced a $650,000 grant for the University of New Hampshire to support nursing students who commit to working in rural or underserved communities.