Program Evaluation of a Nursing Workforce Intervention: The Maryland Nurse Support Program II.
Mary Terhaar, Peggy Daw
[Article]
Nursing Economics.
35(1):14-20,38, January/February 2017.
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Executive Summary:
[black right pointing small triangle] A nursing workforce initiative in Maryland sought to graduate additional nursing students to become registered nurses and to increase the number and preparation levels of nursing faculty.
[black right pointing small triangle] Between FY 2006 and FY 2015, nearly $100 million was awarded through 109 competitive institutional grants at 27 nursing programs across the state; 950 faculty received awards through fellowships, scholarships, and grants.
[black right pointing small triangle] Maryland's nursing workforce intervention increased the number of graduates by 27% through this decade-long program.
[black right pointing small triangle] Although Maryland outperformed the nation in the rate of increase of registered nurses, there is still a projected state shortfall of 12,100 nurses by 2025.
[black right pointing small triangle] It is imperative for nurse researchers and nurse leaders to address the future nursing and nurse faculty workforce shortage using effective strategies based on empirical evidence and evaluation of outcomes.
[black right pointing small triangle] This program evaluation informed the decision to continue investments in the nursing and faculty workforce (up to $75 million) for an additional 5 years.
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