Effects of Formal Training on Nursing Practice in the NICU: Evaluation of the NICNC Program

Abstract

Many published reports have focused on the nursing work force shortage in the United States. Kimball and O'Neil (2002) associated several factors with the nursing shortage. These included (a) fewer young people in the workforce; (b) most workers being in their 40s, and likely to retire within the next ten years; (c) an increasing consumer awareness of medical malpractice; and (d) greater demands on nurses, with fewer resources. People may see nursing as too stressful, and choose to enter other career fields with more support or flexibility. Health care facilities can attract new nurses--or retain current nurses--by offering more educational opportunities (Kimball & O'Neil, 2002)

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2003
Accession Number
ADA419416

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