Interventions to Support Diversity in Nursing Education
The Journal of Nursing Education
|October 31, 2019
Summary
Nontraditional nursing students face unique challenges in undergraduate programs. Supporting these students is crucial for increasing diversity in the nursing profession and reducing healthcare disparities.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Care Disparities
- Cultural Competence
Background:
- The nursing profession lacks diversity, not reflecting U.S. patient demographics.
- Cultural competence is vital for reducing health care disparities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the experiences of nontraditional nursing students in undergraduate programs.
- To identify interventions used by nursing programs to support nontraditional students' success.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of 13 studies was conducted.
- Data were extracted, summarized, and synthesized.
- Jeffreys' nursing undergraduate retention and success model guided the review.
Main Results:
- Nontraditional nursing students encounter distinct challenges in their undergraduate education.
- These challenges impact their retention and success in nursing programs.
Conclusions:
- Continued support for nontraditional nursing students is essential.
- Further research is needed to identify effective interventions for improving nontraditional students' experiences and outcomes.
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