WELCOME TO THE
Florida Center for Nursing
2025–2026 Nursing Education Program Survey Now Open
Each year, the Florida Center for Nursing collects data directly from the state’s nursing education programs to track workforce trends, guide funding and policy decisions, and support strategic planning for Florida’s nursing workforce. This survey is sent by invitation only to pre-licensure RN & PN program directors and coordinators.
If you’re an authorized recipient: Check your email for your unique survey link. Haven’t received your invitation, or have questions? Contact us at FCN-research@usf.edu.
Survey Closes October 22
FCN News
FCN Monthly Newsletter
September 2026
FCN in the News
Nurse Leader
Redesigning Nursing Workforce Capacity: The Economic Case for Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses Integration
Programs
Frontline Nursing Podcast
Presented by the Florida Center for Nursing, Frontline Nursing is a podcast that recognizes the impact nurses have on our lives and our communities.
Upcoming Events
Synergy in Nursing:
Uniting Classroom and Clinic for Florida's Future
October 15-16
Our Mission
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.
Our Vision
The health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.
Workforce
What is FCN?
The Florida Center for Nursing is a state workforce center established in section 464.0195, Florida Statutes, to address nursing workforce issues in Florida, including recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse workforce resources. Florida Center for Nursing reports inform, educate, and provide updates on nursing workforce issues. By collecting, analyzing, and reporting on the nursing workforce, the Florida Center for Nursing seeks to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.
The FCN in Numbers
Proudly headquartered at
University of South Florida College of Nursing
Founded in 1973, the College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges that comprise the University of South Florida (USF). USF is situated in the vibrant and diverse Tampa Bay region, with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. Together these campuses serve more than 50,000 students and offer undergraduate, graduate, specialist and doctoral degrees.