Sigma Theta Tau International (Sigma) developed an online Nurse Manager Certificate Program (NMCP) that aligned the QSEN competencies and The American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) Nurse Manager Competencies. ...

The use of preceptorships for nursing students has become an accepted practice in contemporary nursing. The preceptorship phenomenon is a complex and interactive process that involves many stakeholders including nurse ...

Across the United States, nursing schools are struggling with the issue of student retention. Competitive seats are taken by a limited number of students and as they voluntarily or involuntarily leave the program the seats are essentially wasted leading to fewer graduating students. An unaccredited rural associate of applied science (AAS) nursing program has experienced attrition rates of over 50% each semester for the past six years. Although the school enjoys high National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses [NCLEX-RN®] pass rates, the school is losing significant revenue each year. The aim of this project was to design and implement a series of evidence-based interventions focused on retaining student nurses and enhancing their educational experience in order to improve graduation rates. Over the course of three semesters, interventions were added and enhancements to the program were made. Several areas of student and faculty focused strategies were employed including enhanced tutoring, a consultation document development, identification of a student profile and assessment tool, and the addition of professional socialization seminars. In addition, faculty development modules were designed and placed on the school learning management system to increase awareness and use of the interventions. The program’s outcome and opportunities for improvement are discussed as well as recommendations for future retention programs.     Key words: Retention, Student Nurse, Attrition, Nursing Education ...

Background: Implementing what is learned in the classroom into clinical practice is an important aspect of nursing. According to Koontz, Mallory, Burns, and Chapman (2010) the clinical environment is one of the most valuable ...

A nursing learning model was developed to assist students, nurses and nurse educators in their understanding of the diverse ways that content and skills can be learned. During the development of the model, it became clear ...

The geriatric population is growing rapidly. Geriatric education in nursing school curriculum is vital. Undergraduate nursing students need to be educated about the multifaceted care of the older adult as well as experiencing ...

Session F presented Friday, September 28, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Purpose: The nature of triage in an emergency department (ED) is inherent with potential risks. Getting the right patient to the right place is the ultimate goal, ...

Designing and implementing education required by regulatory bodies is not always the most enticing topic for Nursing Professional Development Practitioners (NPDPs). While these topics have safety in mind, they can become ...

“How do you ensure that nurses maintain competency?” This is one of the most common, and certainly one of the most important questions in acute care clinical settings. The importance of and confusion with this question is ...

In February 2000, nine nursing educators, practitioners, and researchers met in Nashville, Tennessee, to develop a palliative care curriculumspecifically for nurses. The following month, 22 advisors from nursing organizations ...