North Dakota Nursing and Healthcare Schools

Like any other State in the United States, health care is one of the major industries that the government is watching keenly. However, it is a fact that there is an acute shortage of nurses and health care providers in the country and North Dakota is fighting against this shortage. The problem is made complex by baby boomers, a mass exodus of nurses into other professions and the fact that there are few nurses entering the field as older nurses retire. The shortage is also critical in North Dakota bearing in mind that the population of the people there is older than the national average.

Other potential reasons for the decline of nurses in North Dakota are:

• Aging of the nursing workforce with a non-equivalent replacement rate
• Unequal distribution of demand of health care providers by employment setting

Concrete steps are needed from various stake holders and agencies to see to it that the issue is tackled. Those included are the government, the entire nursing fraternity, academic programs, health care institutions and policy makers. Together, they are now working together to ensure an adequate and reliable nursing workforce.

For instance, many institutions are working towards upgrading their instructional technology to those of the 21st century. These include electronic training robots that will provide an alternative for a real human teacher. The robot is aimed to offer fundamental reality training in that it can go into respiratory arrest, record the actions of the student and then the teacher together with the students can review the tapes and discuss.

The number of students admitted at nursing education programs is being increased as a way of ensuring the shortage is minimal. Similarly, distance learning and alternative programs are being offered at very affordable rates. Another way that the agencies and stakeholders are working towards the nursing shortage is improving the working environment. They do this by increasing the representation of nurses in decision making. The participation contributes to an increased retention and job satisfaction.

On the same note, staffing levels have been adjusted to pave way for a more direct patient care and a less stressful working environment. The State of North Dakota has also increased the recruitment efforts to create an interest in the nursing profession. Increased recruitment includes such things as: nursing camps for young kids, high school certified nursing assistant programs, aptitude testing in high schools, etc.

Thanks to the realization by many that the salaries were too low, it is now a mandate that education programs and individual organizations compare their wages and benefits to those of the State and national averages.

• Head RN $55,000-61,000
• Intensive Care $50,000-55,000
• LPN $30,000-38,000
• Emergency Room $50,000-56,0000
• Clinical Nurse Specialist $45,000-50,000

Online	The College Network - Offers a wide variety of online nursing classes that are available to you from anywhere in the United States. LPN to A.S. in Nursing LPN to BS in Nursing RN to BS in Nursing Diploma/Foreign Trained RN to BSN RN to MS in Nursing MS in Nursing (MSN)
	Indiana State University - Earn your NLNAC accredited LPN to BSN or RN to BSN completely online from ISU! LPN/LVN to BSN RN to BSN
Online	Walden University - Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their choice of professional study, while maintaining their current workload and family life.. RN to MSN BSN to MSN MS in Mental Health Counseling Master of Public Health Ph.D. in Health Services Ph.D. in Public Health M.S. in Psychology Ph.D. in Psychology
Online	Kaplan University is one of the United States leading universities for online healthcare degrees. Business, Nursing, and Allied Healthcare programs are all offered. RN to B.S. in Nursing MBA Health Care Management Life Care Planning Cert. Certificate in Forensic Nursing Certificate in Legal Nurse Consulting
Online	University of Phoenix - one of the leading universities in the US that offers a wide variety of online accredited degree programs. Associate of Arts in Health Administration B.S. in Health Administration RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing B.S. in Psychology MBA Health Care Management Master of Science in Nursing Doctor of Health Administration Nursing HealthCare Certificate

Top Online Nursing Programs

Below you will find the top rated online nursing schools along with the program the school offers. Request a free information packets from the nation's best online nursing programs using the More Info buttons below:

	The College Network - Associate's, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees. With healthcare degrees offered by 10 major universities, The College Network has become the premiere destination for students seeking a nursing degree online. They offer fully accredited degrees, including LPN to RN degrees, that will satisfy students' career goals and ambitions.
	Indiana State University - Bachelor's Degree. Offering a high-quality, accredited degree in nursing, Indiana State University gives students a chance to quickly accelerate into respected nursing positions in many healthcare institutions. Their popular L.P.N. to B.S.N. program is available entirely online, allowing students to continue working while pursing an advanced degree.
	Kaplan University - Certification, Associate's & Bachelor's Degrees. As one of the most respected online universities in the country, Kaplan University has helped thousands of students reach their dreams of becoming a nurse. With a number of healthcare degree programs available, students can graduate in as little as two years and be on their way to helping others.
	Herzing University - Associate's, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees. Herzing University offers three key nursing programs for students of all ages and education levels. Students will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in order to better prepare them for a real position in the healthcare industry.
	Walden University - Master's Degree. For individuals seeking higher education in the field of nursing, Walden University has knowledgeable, respected industry leaders educating their students. Their quality education and in-depth training will help students get on the right track to leadership positions in several healthcare institutions and entities.
	Capella University - Master's & Doctoral Degrees. Capella University is an accredited university providing nursing students the skill set and education needed to make an impact in the healthcare industry. Their affordable programs allow those who enjoy helping others to gain additional knowledge to continue pursuing their passion.

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