Becker's Healthcare July 3, 2024
A new program at Cleveland-based University Hospitals that gives high school students a glimpse into nursing careers is proving worthwhile in attracting more young people to healthcare — a growing priority for many health systems looking to bolster the pipeline of future clinicians.
In June, the health system announced an expansion of its Future Nurse Academy, which went live with an inaugural class of 26 students last summer. This year, more than 1,000 students applied to the application-based program, which has expanded to accommodate 75 participants who are in their sophomore, junior or senior year in high school. The demand sends optimistic signs about younger generations’ interest in the profession, Michelle Hereford, MSHA, RN, FACHE, chief nurse executive at...
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