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Educators' responses to changes in the health care system
B J Cohen1, R F Levin, M L Bashoff
1Department of Nursing, College of Mount Saint Vincent, Riverdale, USA.
The Journal of the New York State Nurses' Association
|June 1, 1997
Summary
New York nursing schools adapted curricula with more community and primary care content. Job placement strategies like resume workshops also improved graduate opportunities in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Policy
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- The healthcare environment is rapidly evolving, necessitating changes in nursing education.
- Nursing schools must adapt programs to meet new demands and ensure graduate employability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify programmatic and curricular changes in New York state nursing schools.
- To assess the success of job placement for new nursing graduates.
Main Methods:
- A survey was distributed to nursing programs in New York state.
- Data were collected from 84 nursing programs regarding curriculum and job placement initiatives.
Main Results:
- Innovative curriculum changes included increased community experiences and primary health care content.
- Job placement was enhanced through strategies such as resume writing and job interviewing workshops.
Conclusions:
- New York nursing schools are actively modifying curricula to align with healthcare changes.
- Proactive job placement strategies contribute to enhanced graduate employment opportunities.