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Simultaneous strategies for solving the nursing shortage.
1University of Southern California School of Public Administration Programs, Los Angeles.
Health Care Management Review
|January 1, 1988
Summary
This study overviews the nursing employment system, advocating for simultaneous pay and licensure/education reforms. These changes aim to create an attractive nursing career structure for today's workforce.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Workforce Development
- Human Resources in Nursing
Background:
- The nursing profession faces challenges in attracting and retaining contemporary workers.
- Existing structures in nursing employment may not align with current workforce expectations regarding career progression and compensation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the nursing employment system.
- To advocate for specific changes to enhance the attractiveness of nursing careers.
Main Methods:
- The study presents an overview of key components of the nursing employment system.
- It synthesizes information on recruitment, education, hospital careers, licensure, compensation, and alternative career paths.
Main Results:
- The nursing employment system encompasses multiple facets including recruitment, education, and compensation.
- Current structures may require adjustments to meet the needs of the modern workforce.
Conclusions:
- Simultaneous reforms in nursing compensation and licensure/education are essential.
- These integrated changes are proposed to develop a more appealing career structure for nurses.