Keywords

nursing, workforce development, workforce planning

Authors

1. Cleary, Brenda PhD, RN, FAAN
2. Rice, Rebecca EdD, RN
3. Brunell, Mary Lou MSN, RN
4. Dickson, Geri PhD, RN
5. Gloor, Eileen MSN, RN
6. MSN, Deloras Jones RN
7. Jones, Wanda MS, RN

Abstract

This article reviews long-range, strategic nursing workforce initiatives developing in 5 states. It also summarizes progress in establishing a national network of state nursing centers for sharing workforce data, and new education, workplace, and policy initiatives being undertaken by and on behalf of the nursing profession.