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Diversity in nursing: a challenge for the profession

S Cole1, L Stutte

  • 1College of Nursing, Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI, USA.

Journal of Cultural Diversity
|February 13, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Affirmative action has not resolved minority underrepresentation in nursing. Improved recruitment and retention strategies within the nursing profession are crucial for addressing this issue and preparing for a diverse society.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Affirmative action policies, implemented since the 1960s, aim to increase opportunities for women and minorities.
  • Despite these policies, minority underrepresentation persists in the nursing profession.
  • This underrepresentation poses challenges for providing culturally competent care to an increasingly diverse population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the effectiveness of affirmative action in addressing minority underrepresentation in nursing.
  • To identify key factors contributing to the lack of diversity in the nursing workforce.
  • To propose solutions for improving minority recruitment and retention in nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of affirmative action policies and their impact on nursing.
  • Analysis of demographic trends in the nursing profession and the general population.
  • Examination of existing recruitment and retention strategies in nursing.

Main Results:

  • Affirmative action alone has not sufficiently increased minority representation in nursing.
  • A significant gap exists between minority representation in the general population and the nursing workforce.
  • Inadequate recruitment and retention strategies are identified as primary barriers.

Conclusions:

  • Nursing must develop and implement targeted strategies to recruit and retain minority individuals.
  • Internal changes within the nursing profession are essential for achieving greater diversity.
  • Proactive measures are needed to ensure the nursing workforce can effectively serve a diverse society.

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