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New LPN program at Bay Mills Community College to address nurse shortage

Health Leaders | Nursing

Bay Mills Community College will now be offering courses in licensed practical nursing to address local medical professional shortages. On June 5, the college received approval from the Michigan Board of Nursing to launch the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program.

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Community College of Denver Launches Affordable LPN-to-BSN Bridge to Boost the Colorado RN Workforce

Daily Nurse

As the nursing profession confronts persistent workforce shortages, the Community College of Denver (CCD) is stepping up with a game-changing solution for Colorado and beyond. Approved by the Colorado Board of Nursing, this innovative program is the first of its kind within the Colorado Community College System.

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Health Equity Starts at Home: Renewing the Heart of Nursing  

Minority Nurse

And what breaks my heart even more is the number of incredible caregivers I know who want to become nurses—but can’t get past the barriers. We often discuss the nursing shortage as if it were unsolvable. The truth is, we have plenty of aspiring nurses. But I don’t believe that. What we lack is access. Her income doubled.

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When Is Too Young Too Young? Rethinking Early Entry into Nursing

Empowered Nurses

In our quest to address the nursing shortage, innovative solutions are essential. The recent case of Elliana Tenenbaum, who became a registered nurse at 16, and Indiana’s legislation to allow LPN training in high school, prompt a critical examination of the implications of such early entry into the nursing profession.

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New NCSBN Data Indicates Why Nurses Are Leaving the Workforce

Health Leaders | Nursing

There are five major reasons why nurses are departing from the workforce, according to this new study. As CNOs deal with nursing shortages, it's critical to understand why they are happening. According to Dickison, one of the positive results has to do with the number of nurses currently in the workforce.

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What Florida Schools Offer Accelerated BSN Programs: Second Degree BSN

Registered Nursing

Considering an Accelerated BSN (ABSN) in Florida is more than a fast track to licensureit's a direct response to the state's pressing nursing shortage. As the culminating experience of… 3 Mins Read 18 Apr 25 What LPN to RN and LPN to BSN Programs Are Available in Cincinnati?

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Cheapest BSN Programs near Louisville, KY

Registered Nursing

In addition to clinical benefits, a BSN can serve as a launching pad for graduate-level education, including Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. Factors That Impact Program Affordability The cost of a BSN program is influenced by several factors beyond just tuition.