Food Insecurity Among Undergraduate Nursing Students: A Post-Pandemic Assessment
Karen Aul1, Kailey Rinaldi, June Llerena
1About the Authors Karen Aul, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, is associate professor, University of South Florida College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Kailey Rinaldi, PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, is assistant professor, University of South Florida College of Nursing. June Llerena, PhD, MSN/Ed, RN, CHSE-A, is simulation curriculum and development director, University of Tampa College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Brittany Nettles, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE, is assistant professor, University of North Florida School of Nursing, Jacksonville, Florida. Lauren Boardman, DNP, RN, Alumnus CCRN, CNL, is director/assistant professor, Online Program, University of North Florida. Patrick Nobles, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CNL; Bryce Catarelli, DNP, APRN, FNP-C; and Sally Bethart, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PHNA-BC, CNE, are clinical assistant professors, University of Florida. Amelia Phillips, DrPH, MPH, CPH, is director of wellbeing, University of South Florida. For more information, contact Dr. Aul at aulk@usf.edu .
Abstract:
Food insecurity is more prevalent among college students than in the general US population. This study examined the prevalence of food insecurity specifically among nursing students during the post-pandemic period. Survey data were collected from 199 students across four southeastern baccalaureate nursing programs. Between 44 and 60 percent of respondents reported being unable to afford balanced meals in the past year. To address this issue, strategies such as establishing campus food pantries, providing nutrition education, and raising awareness of community resources should be prioritized.
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