Introduction
The nursing profession is the largest and most diverse medical profession in the United States. The myriad of specialties and sub-specialties are unmatched when compared to any other medical care occupation. It is projected that by the year 2024 there will be a 16% job growth for registered nurses. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015)
This allows for nurses to take on roles that do not necessarily involve direct patient care due to the vast array of job opportunities within an ever expanding health care system. Jobs that were once created for and filled by other fields of study such as business and law are now being tailored to the nursing profession. One such role that was previously dominated by human resource professionals, health
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Within the nursing community, the majority are white females. In a population where minority groups are drastically increasing, it is pivotal that the nursing population accurately reflects the diverse range of race and ethnicities of the U.S. One way that health care leaders are attempting to correct this is by using nurse recruiters. These professionals who are assigned this duty actively seek out individuals from lower socioeconomic neighborhoods and school with the intention of educating them about the field of nursing. Students who are in middle and high school are targets for this line of work. The idea is that many minority groups live in lower socioeconomic neighborhoods and with the right resources these potential future nurses can be given the much needed help to pursue a higher level of education. This will in turn increase the African American, Hispanic/Latino, and Asian population in the nursing community to reflect a more accurate representation of the U.S. population. (Lawless and Salvucci, …show more content…
To this day, there is a blend of nurses and human resource professionals who work at the same level and do not require one specific licensure in order to do so. With this being stated, many nurse recruiter jobs require a bachelor’s of science in nursing as well as two or three years in the field of advertising/human resources. Not all nurse recruiters have bachelor’s degrees in nursing but rather were hired in that position due to their experience and credentialing in human resource. (M. Johnson, personal communication, September 12, 2016) There are two credentials that will make a potential nurse recruiter more employable. One of these credentials is called the Certified Health Care Recruiter (CHCR). In order to obtain this credential one must have a minimum of two years experience in health care recruitment and pass an exam. By holding this certification one demonstrates their knowledge and competence in the specialized field of health care recruitment. (National Association for Health Care Recruitment, 2016) Another credential a NR may obtain is called Certified in Healthcare Human Resources (CHHR). (American Hospital Association Certification Center, 2016) This credential however, is more geared towards human resource personal and provides
Nursing is constantly evolving and changing, in order to be more efficient in providing care than in the past. The nursing profession includes professionals who are not only caregivers but support systems as well as educators. All these factors help to provide optimal care for patients and to also better serve their families and the community. All nurses are encouraged to break down the simplistic notion society has about the nursing profession because nursing is a multi-faceted profession encompassing many different factors that are beneficial to overall human development and health.
“In 2010, the US Department of Labor Statistics (DLS) projected a 22 percent increase in the demand for RNs or 581,500 new jobs by 2018, to total a projected 1,039,000 jobs needed to be filled by 2018” (Cottingham, DiBartolo, Battistoni, and Brown, 2011, p. 250). It is imperative that strategies be implemented to improve the recruitment of nurses to meet the needs. Without improvements in the recruiting of new grads or seasoned nurses, organizations will need to rely on expensive agencies and traveling nurses; therefore, causing a financial burden on organizations (Cottingham et al., 2011).
The need for nursing staff is at an all time high than it has ever been. In the United states nursing is at a shortage and is affecting the current nurses as well. It can not be resolved by just hiring more staff, they need to be qualified as well. This article states the shortage is based on the age of RN workforce, the declining enrolment, the change in work climate, and the poor treatment towards the nurses.
Current literature continues to reiterate the indicators of a major shortage of registered nurses (RNs) in the United States. The total RN population has been increasing since 1980, which means that we have more RNs in this country than ever before (Nursing Shortage). Even though the RN population is increasing, it is growing at a much slower rate then when compared to the rate of growth of the U.S. population (Nursing Shortage). We are seeing less skilled nurses “at a time of an increasingly aging population with complex care needs and an increasingly complex technological care environment” (Mion). According to recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Department of Health and Human Services, it is estimated that “more than a million new and replacement nurses will be needed over the next decade” (Diagnosis: Critical).
After finishing up term one of my nursing career, I can officially say I feel nursing is most definitely the profession I have been searching for. I have had an amazing experiences and practice by going to clinical which helped me improve upon my nursing skills and EOP SLO. It can be seen, being prepared, maintain professionalism and safe practice, having exceptional communication, respecting culture, adapting care across the lifespan, promoting health education, and having an admirable nursing process were all valued and demonstrated by me.
Looking back at the evolution of our profession, one cannot help but wonder about its future. Our health system has become a key political issue, and an even higher rate of change is only to be expected. Nurses will be at the front line of that tidal wave, where challenge and opportunity go hand in hand.
There is a shortage of all health care professions throughout the United States. One shortage in particular that society should be very concerned about is the shortage of Registered Nurses. Registered Nurses make up the single largest healthcare profession in the United States. A registered nurse is a vital healthcare professional that has earned a two or four year degree and has the upper-most responsibility in providing direct patient care and staff management in a hospital or other treatment facilities (Registered Nurse (RN) Degree and Career Overview., 2009). This shortage issue is imperative because RN's affect everyone sometime in their lifetime. Nurses serve groups, families and individuals to foster health and prevent disease.
Healthcare is a continuous emerging industry across the world. With our ever changing life styles and the increased levels of pollution across the world more and more people are suffering from various health issues. Nursing is an extremely diverse profession and among the highest educated with several levels ranging from a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to a registered nurse (RN) on up to a Doctorate in Nursing. Diane Viens (2003) states that ‘The NP is a critical member of the workforce to assume the leadership roles within practice, education, research, health systems, and health policy’.
The shortage of registered nurses (RNs) in the United States has been a cyclical topic dating back to the 1960s. Only recently have employers in certain regions of the nation stated a decline in the demand for RNs. Consequently, according to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s (American Association of Colleges of Nursing [AACN], 2014) report on 2012-2013 Enrollment and Graduations in Baccalaureate and Graduate Programs in Nursing, American nursing schools denied admission to 79,659 qualified applicants from baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs in 2012. The reported decrease in job availability and rejected admissions has left many individuals to question if the nursing shortage still exists. On the other hand, some experts project that the United States will be short more than one million RNs by 2020 (Dolan, 2011). Although some parts of the country are in less of a demand than others, it is undeniable that there is a national shortage of RNs.
Nursing is a field of work that so many people find themselves fascinated with, as well as harboring a degree of respect. We look to nurses with a sense of admiration and reverence, and look to them for security in times of need. What makes nursing such a desirable and enthralling field to other people? Despite the fact that doctors are normally under the spotlight, nursing is of profound importance in American culture. Nurses provide comfort and security, as well as a knowledge of medical aid. The field of nursing has the benefit of coming from a field that is ancient, yet timeless and has blossomed throughout history to make a large impact on our culture today.
A myriad of challenges are faced in healthcare today. From over-crowding and long waiting lists to staff shortages which have knock on effects resulting in inadequate skills mix and unacceptable nurse-patient ratios. An aging population, high birth rates and an increase in chronic diseases also puts pressure on the healthcare system. The nursing role has had to evolve in response to changing societal needs and the challenges in the healthcare system today. (McCurry et al. 2009). This can bring additional challenges to nurses’ professional identity. ??
Barbara J. White and Janet S. Fulton wrote an integrative review researching the experiences African American nurses had while attending a predominately white nursing program. African American’s are extremely underrepresented in U.S. nursing programs. The majority of nursing students feel isolated from their peers due to a lack of African American students in general. Some students even mentioned being the only African American student in their class. They found it hard to be part of the groups which made participating in class and study groups difficult. Many of the students acted “white” to try in fit in with their classmates, however then they felt isolated from their own peer groups. In some situation faculty made it harder to fit in due
Nursing has always been a key career in the health care system. Although it is not often focused on media and stories surrounding health care, nursing is a career of great importance. If any patient was asked about their experience at a hospital or a care center, many would mention the capability and care that they received from the nurses. The health care system could not function efficiently, if at all, if nurses were not present to perform their part. Nurses are more than just physicians, support staff.
Nursing is one of the oldest professions. It isn’t a static occupation, as it has changed frequently over time. Its development and evolution has changed differently depending on the historical influences. As of today the nursing profession is changing and becoming larger and greater. Nursing has gone from being a career that did not require an education, to being one that is very respected and demands a high education.
The Future of Nursing Being a registered nurse affords one the option of working in many diverse healthcare settings. In any practice setting, the climate of health care change is evident. There are diverse entities involved in the implementation and recommendation of these practice changes. These are led by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), the Institute of Medicine (IOM), nursing campaign for action initiatives, as well as individual state-based action coalitions. Nurses need to be prepared and cognizant of the transformations occurring in health care settings, as well as the plans that put them at the forefront of the future.