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Hello, and welcome to the June newsletter.
In this issue:
- 2025 Nurse Graduates
- NCLEX Informational Session with the FBON
- National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers Annual Conference
- Research Study Participants
- FCN In the News
- Upcoming Events
- Nursing History
| | The Florida Center for Nursing proudly congratulates Florida's nursing graduates of 2025 on their remarkable achievement. Those of you who have been through nursing school know that it takes hard work and dedication. FCN hopes all the new graduates are very proud of what you have accomplished. We are excited to see what you do next! | | Indian River State College Nurse Graduates | | FCN Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, was invited to give the commencement address for 151 nursing program graduates at Indian River State College. Dr. Letourneau will also speak at the inaugural graduation for the Fort Myers Technical College Professional Nursing (LPN-RN) Program on June 30, 2025. | Dr. Letourneau delivers the commencement address at Indian River State College | |
As of now, the Florida Center for Nursing has recognized more than 3,000 nurse graduates from 43 graduations and pinning ceremonies. Each graduate is invited to complete a brief survey, which provides valuable insights into their career intentions and helps to shape the future of nursing in Florida.
Nursing program staff or faculty can recognize cohorts preparing to graduate from pre- or post-licensure nursing education programs in Florida by clicking the button below.*
| | *Please submit your request at least four weeks before graduation or pinning ceremony to allow FCN sufficient time for processing | | NCLEX Informational Session with the Florida Board of Nursing | FCN Informational Session with FBON staff | | |
The Florida Center for Nursing hosted a recorded informational session on the licensure by examination process in Florida featuring the Florida Board of Nursing staff, available to view at this link: flcntr.org/fbon-info-session-video
This informational session was designed to offer guidance to nursing education programs across Florida regarding the licensure by examination process for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
The event addressed the following objectives:
- Clarify the process for licensure by examination, as outlined in Section 464.008, Florida Statutes.
- Review the procedure for school list submissions and address common deficiencies.
- Identify strategies to streamline the submission process and minimize delays.
- Explain the impact of recent legislative changes, including MOBILE endorsement, on application volume for licensure by examination.
Thank you to the panelists from the Florida Board of Nursing for a valuable discussion.
- Amanda Gray
- Jennifer Baxley
- Sherri Sutton-Johnson, DrPH, MSN, RN, CCHW, CPM
- Shawntrell Ash
| | National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers 2025 Annual Conference | National Forum 2025 Annual Conference | | |
The National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers is holding its 2025 Annual Conference, "Showcasing, Innovating and Strengthening the Nursing Workforce,” June 2-4, 2025 at the Marriott Philadelphia Downtown in Pennsylvania.
Florida Center for Nursing Data Engineer Abby Carden, MPH, CPH will offer two presentations detailing her research with FCN Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, on Florida's NCLEX pass rates: "NCLEX Special Code Test-Takers: Understanding Performance Gaps and Challenges," and "The Impact of Delayed NCLEX Testing: Does Waiting Affect Performance?"
In addition, Dr. Letourneau, will moderate "The Changing Nursing Workforce Conversation," with featured panelists:
- Chelsea O.P. Hagopian, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, Executive Director Georgia Nursing Workforce Center
- Tina Loarte-Rodriguez, DNP, RN, CPPS, CPHRM, Executive Director Connecticut Center for Nursing
- Edward M. Burns, Jr., MSN, RN, CNS, NPD-BC, PCCN, WCS Caritas Coach, Director Benner Institute for Teaching and Learning, HealthImpact, California
- Tondeleyo Gonzalez, MA, BSN, RN, CCMC, Project Director, Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence
FCN is a proud sponsor of the National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers 2025 annual conference, and Dr. Letourneau is currently serving as President of the National Forum Board of Directors.
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The Florida Center for Nursing is seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) practicing in Florida as well as newly practicing registered nurses (RNs) in the state for two new research studies:
Eligibility:
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) practicing in the State of Florida
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- Hospital RNs in the State of Florida with 1-2 years of experience
Purpose:
To explore the experiences of Florida CRNAs and newly practicing RNs in the state. Participants will also help to identify areas in which more support is needed. Results from these studies will help shape the future of nursing in Florida.
Requirements:
Each study will involve a virtual meeting on Microsoft Teams lasting no more than two hours.
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Newly practicing Florida RNs can visit flcntr.org/RNstudy or click the button on the left to participate.
Florida CRNAs can visit flcntr.org/CRNAstudy or click the button on the right to participate.
| | Perspectives Among Newly Practicing Nurses in the State of FL | |  | Perspectives Among CRNAs Practicing in the State of Florida | | | The Florida Center for Nursing hopes to see you at these upcoming ievents. | | |
National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers 2025 Annual Conference, June 2-4, Philadelphia, PA
- Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, and FCN staff will attend
- FCN Data Engineer Abby Carden, MPH, CPH will offer two presentations detailing her research with Dr. Letourneau on Florida's NCLEX pass rates
- FCN is a sponsor of the event
International Council of Nurses Congress 2025, June 9-13, Helsinki, Finland
- Dr. Letourneau will provide an international poster presentation on the nursing workforce shortage across the United States
The Florida Center for Nursing presents From Classroom to Career: Dedicated Education Units & Academic-Practice Partnerships webinar, June 26, Virtual
Nursing Consortium of Florida (NCOF) Summer Conference, June 27-28, St. Pete Beach, FL
- Dr. Letourneau will attend and connect with the Florida health care community
Inaugural Professional Nursing (LPN-RN) Program Graduation, Fort Myers Technical College, June 30, Fort Myers, FL
- Dr. Letourneau will deliver the commencement speech at the inaugural graduation for the Professional Nursing (LPN-RN) program designed by Mary Anne Enns, DNP, RN, CNE
| | This Month in Nursing History | | |
On June 9, 1861 during the Civil War, Dorothea Dix was appointed Superintendent of Army Nurses for the Union Army.
According to the National Women's History Museum, "although many believed she set impossibly high standards for recruited nurses, the army of nurses was extremely successful and crucial in advancing the role of nurses in the war and in the medical field. Dix was also known for treating both Confederate and Union soldiers."
Though Dix's "impossibly high standards" included requiring nurses to be between the ages of 35 and 50 and to wear long black or brown dresses with no jewelry, Dix helped to normalize respect and training for female nurses in a time when these nurses were looked upon with disdain.
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Thank you for reading! If you have suggestions, feedback, or comments, please email flcenterfornursing@usf.edu or click the button below.
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About the Florida Center for Nursing
The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse workforce resources. The vision of the FCN is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.
Click the button below to learn more about the Florida Center for Nursing.
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