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Should nursing be considered a STEM profession?

Cheryl Green¹, Lori John²

¹Department of Nursing, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, Connecticut.

|December 5, 2019

Summary

Recognizing nursing as a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) profession can increase funding and address shortages. This designation enhances career opportunities for nurses in various sectors, boosting US innovation and global competitiveness.

Keywords:

STEAM STEM education health care inclusion innovation nursing

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Area of Science:

Nursing education integrates diverse scientific disciplines, including chemistry, biology, anatomy, and psychology.
The nursing profession applies scientific principles and mathematical concepts in patient care and health innovation.

Background:

The US National Science and Technology Council aims to foster growth in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields.
Nursing education equips graduates with rigorous academic and clinical skills essential for patient care.
Current federal recognition does not classify nursing as a STEM profession.

Purpose of the Study:

To advocate for the designation of nursing as a STEM profession by the US government.
To explore the potential benefits of STEM designation for nursing education funding and workforce development.
To highlight how STEM recognition can expand career pathways for nurses in diverse industries.

Main Methods:

Analysis of nursing practice, emphasizing the application of sciences, mathematics, and technology in patient assessment and care planning.
Evaluation of scientifically-based interventions and outcome assessment rooted in evidence-based practice and nursing research.
Examination of the scientific underpinnings of nursing interventions and patient care methodologies.

Main Results:

Nursing interventions and outcome evaluations are grounded in applied STEM knowledge and evidence-based practice.
Formal STEM designation can potentially increase financial resources for nursing education.
STEM recognition can broaden employment opportunities for nurses beyond traditional healthcare settings.

Conclusions:

Designating nursing as a STEM profession can attract more funding and address critical nursing shortages.
STEM recognition will elevate the visibility of nursing in academia, industry, and clinical practice.
This designation supports nurses' contributions to health improvement through STEM expertise, enhancing US economic competitiveness.