Comments on: A more grounded look at nursing education

By: Patrick

Patrick — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:58:40 +0000

The idea that entry level for professional nursing practice should begin with the baccalaureate is not a new premise, in fact, this has been around for many years. However, as the health care industry changes and nurses face a practice environment that is becoming more complex daily, the idea for additional education is sound and will benefit not only the profession of nursing, and the practicing nurse, but will have positive implications for clients under their care.

Despite this notion that higher education for nurses is important, the fact remains that over 60% of nurses in the workforce today hold an associate’s degree in nursing (National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing, 2008). As the profession moves to a more highly educated nurse, there must be access to baccalaureate programs and these programs must provide practicing nurses with a seamless transition that removed educational redundancy.

The idea of higher education for nurses is certainly something that needs to happen. Will it become the entry-level standard in my life time? Probably not.

By: Samantha Smith

Samantha Smith — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 04:36:49 +0000

I think people should consider having bachelor degree on Nursing. There are other countries that we require to pass our NCLEX and most of them are RN on their respective countries. To attain this, we need more academic support and academic line up.

By: Mike Offerman

Mike Offerman — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:30:37 +0000

Thanks for your comment, Phaedra.

Mike

By: Phaedra Graham

Phaedra Graham — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:19:12 +0000

Dr. Offerman:

Good day!

Like you, I assert that students should be provided with innovative ways to obtain college degrees. Most importantly, I believe students need to receive an education that is based upon proven strategies that create responsible leadership. Truly, society needs people who are capable and compassionate about world issues. Therefore, universities such as Capella are in a remarkable position to assist students with meeting academic goals in a challenging and innovative environment.