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 … [Read more...] about School of Nursing partners with Mercy for “Earn as You Learn” program