Community Partnerships for an LPN to BSN Career Mobility Project.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2004
Description
Based on a 6-year, learn and earn curriculum, the authors report on a year-old project that assists licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to obtain a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN). Partnerships with 4 area healthcare agencies employing LPNs were developed to support students with full or partial tuition reimbursement and work schedules to accommodate classes. Key university staff in the offices of admissions, financial aid, adult programs and services, and nursing advisement are assigned to this student group to provide individualized assistance. The authors discuss unique components of the project including regularly scheduled role transition seminars, faculty mentors, BSN and nurse practitioner clinical mentors, and clinical experiences in nurse-managed clinics.
Citation Information
Ramsey, Priscilla; Merriman, Carolyn S.; Blowers, Sally; Grooms, Janelle; and Sullivan, Karen. 2004. Community Partnerships for an LPN to BSN Career Mobility Project.. Nurse educator. Vol.29(1). 31-35. https://doi.org/10.1097/00006223-200401000-00009 ISSN: 0363-3624