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What To Look For When Choosing a Nursing School

Posted by Erica Bettencourt

Wed, Feb 21, 2024 @ 12:05 PM

Choosing the right Nursing school is a crucial decision that will shape your future career. It's essential to carefully consider various factors to ensure you receive the best education and training possible. From accreditation to clinical opportunities, faculty expertise, and student support services, each aspect plays a vital role in your overall learning experience. By taking the time to research and evaluate these key factors, you can choose a Nursing school that aligns with your goals and sets you up for success in the field of Nursing.

Here are some key things to look for:

Accreditation

Ensure the Nursing program is accredited by a recognized accrediting body such as the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Accreditation ensures the program meets certain standards of quality and prepares you for licensure exams.


Licensure Pass Rates

Seek out Nursing schools with impressive pass rates on the NCLEX-RN exam. A strong track record in this area signifies the program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their licensure exams.


Clinical Opportunities

Check the options of clinical partnerships and hands-on opportunities accessible to students. A reputable Nursing program should provide a variety of clinical experiences across different healthcare settings, enabling students to enhance their skills through practical experience.


Faculty Expertise and Experience

Explore the credentials and expertise of the Nursing faculty. Seek out institutions with faculty members who bring a wealth of experience as both skilled Clinicians and dedicated Educators within the Nursing profession.


Resources and Facilities

Evaluate the resources and facilities available to Nursing students, including simulation labs, libraries, and technology resources. These resources play a crucial role in providing a comprehensive learning experience.


Student Support Services

Explore the array of student support services provided by the Nursing school, including personalized academic guidance, specialized tutoring sessions, comprehensive career development resources, and confidential counseling services. These vital support systems are designed to empower your academic and professional success.


Reputation and Outcomes

Research the reputation of the Nursing school and consider factors such as graduation rates, job placement rates, and alumni success stories. A reputable Nursing program with positive outcomes is likely to provide a high-quality education.


Program Flexibility

Consider the flexibility of the Nursing program, including options for part-time study, evening or weekend classes, and online coursework. Flexible program options can accommodate students with busy schedules or other commitments.


Cost and Financial Aid

Evaluate the cost of tuition and fees for the Nursing program, as well as the availability of financial aid, scholarships, and grants. Consider the overall value of the education provided in relation to the cost.


Location and Campus Culture

Take into account the Nursing school's location and how it fits with your personal preferences, including its proximity to your home, whether it's set in an urban or rural area, and the overall campus culture. If feasible, make a visit to the campus to immerse yourself in the environment and get a feel for the community.


By carefully considering these factors, you can choose a Nursing school that best fits your needs, goals, and preferences, setting you up for success in your Nursing career.

Topics: nursing schools, student nurse, nursing school, nursing program, nursing programs, student nurses

FNU Makes 2023 Diversity Impact Conference Available to External Attendees

Posted by Frontier Nursing University

Tue, May 16, 2023 @ 10:25 AM

Frontier-Nursing-1Versailles, Ky. – On June 8-9, 2023, Frontier Nursing University (FNU) will hold its annual Diversity Impact Conference. The Diversity Impact Conference brings together renowned thought leaders and speakers to increase awareness of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the healthcare workforce, particularly for those working in underserved and rural communities. This year, for the first time, the conference will be available for attendees outside of FNU.

“We are extremely excited about the 2023 Diversity Impact Conference,” said FNU Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Dr. Paula Alexander-Delpech, Ph.D., PMHNP-BC, APRN. “The Conference gets better each and every year, and we are putting the finishing touches on the plan for this year’s sessions. We are most excited, however, about being able to include more attendees this year. As we grow this important event, we want to invite leaders and students from some of our area universities to join us. This event is all about collaboration, learning, and growing. I’m confident that it will benefit any university, department, or individual.”

The 2023 Diversity Impact Conference will be conducted via Zoom. The theme of this year’s conference is “Better Together: Advancing a Culture of Identity and Belonging in Healthcare.” The two-day event will feature keynote presentations on both days from nationally recognized leaders in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Additional sessions will include panel discussions, breakout sessions, and time for reflection.

The opening keynote address will be given by Dr. Tia Brown McNair, Vice President of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Student Success and Executive Director for the Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) Campus Centers at the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) in Washington, D.C. On the second day of the conference, the keynote speaker will be Rebekka Eshler, National President of the Transgender American Veterans Association in Washington, D.C.  All speaker bios and the full conference schedule can be found at https://frontier.edu/diversity-impact/

The learning outcomes attendees can expect to take away from the Diversity Impact Conference include:

  • Identify specific strategies to create a culture of belonging amongst peers and the larger community
  • Discuss the causes behind healthcare disparities and their effect on creating a culture of belonging
  • Reflect on ways to effectively engage in spaces to promote diversity in identity
  • Practice ways to build collaborative communities

Students attending any institution can register for the conference for free. All others can register at the registration price of $99 until the day before the event. For more information about the 2023 Diversity Impact Conference and to register, please visit https://frontier.edu/diversity-impact/.

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About Frontier Nursing University:

The mission of Frontier Nursing University is to provide accessible nurse-midwifery and nurse practitioner education that integrates the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We transform healthcare by preparing innovative, ethical, compassionate, and entrepreneurial leaders to work with all people with an emphasis on rural and underserved communities. FNU offers graduate Nurse-Midwifery and Nurse-Practitioner distance education programs that can be pursued full- or part-time with the student’s home community serving as the classroom. Degrees and options offered include Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or Post-Graduate Certificates. In 2021 and 2022, Frontier was named a “Great College to Work For” by the Great Colleges to Work For® program. To learn more about FNU and the programs and degrees offered, please visit Frontier.edu.

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Topics: nursing schools, School of Nursing, student nurse, nursing student, nursing students, nursing school, Frontier Nursing University, diversity, inclusion, health equity, Diversity and Inclusion, student nurses, DEI, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, diversity equity inclusion, Diversity Impact conference, conference

Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association 50th Anniversary

Posted by Erica Bettencourt

Fri, Mar 22, 2019 @ 10:57 AM

FNSNAscholarship

Join Us in Celebrating the Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association 50th Anniversary by Supporting Nursing Education! 

Celebrating the Past, Present and Future of the Most Trusted Profession!
 
2019 marks the 50th Anniversary of The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association (FNSNA) in Memory of Frances Tompkins, NSNA's first Executive Director.  FNSNA is dedicated to support nursing education and promote the future of the nursing profession. Since 1974, the FNSNA has awarded over $5 million in scholarships. Scholarships help pay for tuition, books and academic fees. This funding alleviates the stress and burden of rising tuition and decreases the amount of student loans. As we approach a serious shortage of registered nurses,  funding helps a student graduate on time and enter the nursing workforce. 

Get involved and help us double the 3M™ Littmann® Stethoscopes Grant!

3M™ Littmann® Stethoscopes is providing a $50,000 grant to the Foundation. Double the impact! Help us turn $50,000 into $100,000 to support the education of future nurses! 

To make a donation, please click the “Donate Here” link…

Donate Here 

Topics: FNSNA, student nurses

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