The continuing quest for parity: HBCU nursing students' perspectives on nursing and nursing education

The benefits of a diverse nursing workforce are well-recognized, yet, the attainment of a sustainable, competent and diverse nursing workforce continues to be a global challenge. In this qualitative study, we describe nursing students' perceptions on nursing and nursing education at a Historica...

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Published in:Journal of best practices in health professions diversity 2016-08, Vol.43, p.23-27
Main Authors: Talley, Costellia, Talley, Henry, Collins-McNeil, Janice
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Language:eng
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Summary:The benefits of a diverse nursing workforce are well-recognized, yet, the attainment of a sustainable, competent and diverse nursing workforce continues to be a global challenge. In this qualitative study, we describe nursing students' perceptions on nursing and nursing education at a Historically Black College/University (HBCU). Focus groups were conducted with 16 graduate and undergraduate nursing students. Four themes emerged: communication, lack of resources, support systems and professional socialization. Mentoring and civility were identified as factors important to enhance a diverse workforce. •The number of non-African American students attending HBCUs is increasing.•Global strategies to increase workforce diversity should include parity and civility.•Mentoring is essential to improving workforce diversity.
ISSN:0260-6917
2475-2843
1532-2793
2475-3467