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 |
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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. |
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ISSN: | 0260-6917 2475-2843 1532-2793 2475-3467 |