The COVID-19 pandemic heightened the need for nurses in hospitals across the country. To help the shortage locally, Missouri State University’s School of Nursing is piloting a Mercy Hospital Springfield program called “Earn as You Learn.” “The nursing shortage is currently great,” said Monika Feeney, interim director of the School of Nursing. “The program allows students the … [Read more...] about School of Nursing partners with Mercy for “Earn as You Learn” program
Even before COVID-19 struck the region, health care systems were in crisis. Hospitals and clinics cited needs for more nurses and staff. And the Missouri State University nursing program was at capacity semester after semester. Thanks to contributions from the McQueary family and others along with nearly $3 million from the MoExcels Workforce Initiative, MSU and Ozarks … [Read more...] about McQueary Health Sciences Hall addition expands nursing program
The MSU Care clinic has provided 12,179 completed appointments to homeless patients and patients who are unable to afford health insurance since its opening three years ago. Graduate student Molly Vahldick has spent half of her clinical hours at MSU Care as part of the nurse practitioner program and has seen its successes first-hand. “Everyone deserves equal … [Read more...] about Campus clinic provides health needs of medically underserved
In January this year, Dr. Steve Stapleton took over the helm of Missouri State University’s School of Nursing. He replaced longtime director, Dr. Kathryn Hope, who retired. Stapleton moved to Missouri from Illinois. He has 28 years of experience in the nursing profession in Chicago, working in emergency rooms, operating rooms and intensive care units. He also has experience in … [Read more...] about Leading the School of Nursing forward