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Feaure Publications

News You Can Use 

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Iowa Nurses can find information about licensure, scope of practice, continuing education and more by following the Board's News You Can Use publications. 

Iowa Nursing Demand Survey Report

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The Iowa Center for Nursing Workforce, a program under the Iowa Board of Nursing, released the Iowa Nursing Demand Survey Report (April 2021). The purpose of the survey was to gauge what the demand is for nurses in Iowa, potential shortages, and barriers in the recruitment and retention of the nursing workforce. The report providers information about the top reasons employers are having difficulty filling nursing openings, and the degree to which the difficulty exists.

Future of Nursing
​2020-2030 Report

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The National Academy of Medicine released the Future of Nursing 2020-2030 report - The Future of Nursing: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity. Access report highlights, the full report, and an interactive report here. 

Find out what Nursing Education Programs are Offered in Iowa

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Quality education is the foundation for a good nursing practice. The Nursing education programs taught in Iowa are approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Lists of the Iowa schools may be found on the Board's website: Nursing Education Programs

​Guide to Nursing School Costs: How to Pay for Nursing School

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This is a great resource by Study.com tha provides an overview of federal, private, military, and loan forgiveness programs that are aimed at nursing students.

Explore Nursing Resources, Articles, and Education

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Check out the American Nurses Association  for Nursing practice and advocacy resources. 

Find the Right Degree to Start Your Nursing Career

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Nurse Journalnursejournal.org/ provides resources for current and future nurses such as  courses and concentration options, tuition costs, financial aid, and program rankings. Other resources such as licensing exam support and what its like to work as a nurse are also included.
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  • Community Leaders
    • Industry Employment
    • Iowa College Student Retention Survey
    • Laborshed Studies
    • University Of Iowa Office of State Clinical Ed Programs
  • Educators
    • Iowa College Student Retention
    • Iowa Health Science Work-Based Learning Toolkit
    • RuralGME Technical Assistance Center Portal
  • Employers
    • 3RNet - Post a Job
    • Community Partnerships
    • Industry Employment
    • Iowa Health Science Work-Based Learning Toolkit
    • Occupational Projections
    • Recruitment and Retention
    • Iowa's Registered Apprenticeship Programs
  • Healthcare Professionals
    • 3RNET - Find a Job
    • Iowa’s Career Coach
    • Education & Training
    • Iowa Select Health Occupations Licenses
    • Iowa’s Healthcare System & Workforce Capacity
    • Loan Repayment & Scholarships
    • Iowa Practice Opportunities Directories
    • Occupational Projections
    • The Rural Vibe
    • Wage Data
    • Work-Life Balance
  • Students
    • 3RNET - Find a Job
    • Iowa’s Career Coach
    • International Student Training Opportunities
    • Loan Repayment & Scholaships
    • Opportunities in Health Sciences
    • Iowa's Registered Apprenticeship Programs
    • The Rural Vibe
    • Summer Health Professions Education Program
  • Explore Careers
    • Health Sciences Learning Module
    • All Things Nursing
    • Direct Care Workers
  • Find a Job
  • Post a Job