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Continuing education (CE) needs for registered nurses (RNs) were assessed via telephone survey to improve relicensure programming. Findings guide the development of relevant and satisfying CE offerings for nurses in the mid-Atlantic region.

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Continuing Professional Development

Background:

Needs assessment is crucial for effective nursing practice and education.
Continuing education (CE) is now mandated for registered nurse (RN) relicensure in a mid-Atlantic state.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify the continuing education needs and preferences of RNs in a diverse mid-Atlantic state.
To inform the planning of CE offerings that meet RNs' requirements for relicensure.

Main Methods:

A telephone survey was conducted on a large, nonrandomized sample of RNs.
Data collection focused on preferences for CE programming, delivery methods, scheduling, and record-keeping.

Main Results:

Identified specific preferences for types of CE programming.

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Determined preferred methods and locations for acquiring CE.

Gathered insights on scheduling, academic credit, and interest in automated attendance tracking.

Conclusions:

Survey results provide valuable data for designing responsive and satisfying CE programs for RNs.
Understanding nurse preferences is key to increasing participation and compliance with relicensure requirements.