Beginning March 18, 2020 the Florida Center for Nursing will temporarily move to remote work environments in effort to contribute to the safety of our community and team.

Timeline/updates for our remote status will be provided whenever possible.

In the meantime, the best way to reach the Center is to send an email to nursectr@ucf.edu with your name and a brief message, as well as a phone number if you would like us to call you directly. We will have limited access to our office phone lines/voicemail but will respond to emails or call you at our earliest convenience.

Thank you for your understanding during these unprecendented times.

Four reports highlighting results from the Florida Center for Nursing's 2019 Survey of Nursing Education Programs are now available online in our Statewide Data - Nurse Education Reports section.

Three of the four reports describe program capacity, enrollment, graduation, and student characteristics by program type: a) LPN programs b) Pre-Licensure RN programs c) Post-Licensure RN programs. The fourth report provides a comparative overview of Florida's nursing education program and describes Nursing Faculty supply and demand.

Click here to view the reports.

(Please note, to understand the reach of our work, we are now asking site visitors to register with a free log-in to view reports. Click here to register for free, or click the link above to log in.)

As required by Florida Statute (464.019), the FCN submitted an annual evaluation of Florida's nursing programs to the Governor, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Senate President.  The report reviews the Board of Nursing’s administration of the nursing program approval and accountability processes. We also address nursing program capacity, enrollment, and student outcomes in AY 2018-19, and considers trends over time, when possible. Click here  to view the report.

This data is critical to decision-making and ensuring an adequate supply of qualified nurses in Florida. Without continuing funding this work will terminate June 30, 2020. Click here to donate to the FCN.

This holiday season, please consider donating to the Florida Center for Nursing.

Our Board of Directors is strategically approaching the 2020 Legislative session in pursuit of re-instatement of state funding for the Center. However, we are in immediate, critical need of assistance to continue operations as a more sustainable funding source is established.

Please see our Donation page for more information on the services your contributions support and how to donate.

Nursing Education Program Directors/Deans should have received an email from the Florida Center for Nursing with unique log in instructions for each NCLEX code. If you believe you should have received a survey link, but have not:
- Check your spam/junk folders for mail from nurseedusurvey@flcenterfornursing.org
- Send an email to nurseedusurvey@flcenterfornursing.org with the appropriate representative's name and email address, and the corresponding NCLEX code.

Please remember, compliance with this data request is state-mandated for all pre-licensure nursing education programs. The Florida Department of Health has imposed a citation with a fine of $1,000 for each program that does not provide valid responses.

The survey deadline is October 31, 2019

Four reports highlighting results from the Florida Center for Nursing's Survey of Nursing Education Programs are now available online in our Statewide Data - Nurse Education Reports section.

Three of the four reports describe program capacity, enrollment, graduation, and student characteristics by program type: a) LPN programs b) Pre-Licensure RN programs c) Post-Licensure RN programs. The fourth report provides a comparative overview of Florida's nursing education program and describes Nursing Faculty supply and demand.

Click here to view them now.

As required by Florida Statute (464.019), the FCN submitted an annual evaluation of Florida's nursing programs to the Governor, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Senate President.  The report reviews the Board of Nursing’s administration of the nursing program approval and accountability processes. We also address nursing program capacity, enrollment, and student outcomes in AY 2017-18, and considers trends over time, when possible. Click here  to view the report.

Florida Center for Nursing is proud to announce the 2018 Annual Report: July 2017 – June 2018 publication.  In it you will find information about the FCN’s programs and work.  There is also an introduction to the Healthcare Workforce Research Initiative designed to serve as the organizational nucleus of healthcare occupations data to support informed decision-making by healthcare stakeholders and to facilitate research and grant proposals that support a healthier Florida. 

Results of the Florida Center for Nursing's Nurse Education Survey reports are now available in our Satewide Data Education Reports section. Four detailed reports are available, representing a) LPN programs b) Pre-Licensure RN programs c) Post-Licensure RN programs and d) Nursing Faculty supply and demand. Click here to view them now

Providing the results of an analysis of RN and LPN licensure examination passage rates during 2017 this report is a companion to the FCN report published in January 2018 – Review of Florida’s Nursing Education Programs, Academic Year 2016-2017.  Together the two reports complete the nursing program review for Academic Year 2016-2017 and Calendar Year 2017 as required by state mandate. Read Report

The nurse workforce supply reports for the 2016-2017 renewal cycle are available for RNs, LPNs, and ARNPs in our Statewide Data Supply Reports section. Click here to view them now.

As stipulated in Florida statute (464.0195), the FCN is pleased to provide this statewide strategic plan citing issues, offering solutions, and recommending action steps to address nurse manpower issues in our state.

The Florida Center for Nursing’s 2017 Annual Report offers you a glimpse of our accomplishments and information about the Florida nurse workforce...Read More

Greetings! Please find below information on three FREE webinars scheduled in early 2017 related to nurse workforce data collection. Our very own Mary Lou Brunell, FCN Director, is a participant in the January webinar. Each of the other sessions will feature a representative from the National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers. These will be open participation opportunities so please consider joining.

Click here for an overview of the events, or click any of the titles below to find out more on that specific session:

• • The first webinar, “Best Practices for State-Level Nursing Workforce Data Collection,” which will be held on January 24, 2:00pm EST, provides an in-depth review of strategies used in 2 states for nursing workforce data collection.

• • The second webinar, “Using Nursing Workforce Data to Inform State Policy,” which will be held on February 22, 2:00pm EST, focuses on research that uses nursing workforce data to support more effective state decision-making.

• • The third webinar, “Two States’ Experiences Using HRSA’s Web-based Nursing Supply and Demand Model” which will be held on March 22, 2:00pm EST, features the experiences of nursing researchers in 2 states using their own nurse supply data in HRSA’s web-based nursing supply and demand model.

The Florida Healthcare Workforce Summit Proceedings from 2016 are available for download! Take a look!

Join ANA in celebrating the important role nurses play in health care during National Nurses Week, May 6 to 12, 2016.

Register now for the FREE webinar, "Culturally Congruent Care: Why Diversity makes a Difference."

Free planning resources and downloads are now available for your use. Access the logo library now.

Browse the National Nurses Week Catalog to shop for gifts for all the special nurses in your life.

Plan your celebration using the free toolkit that comes with a "Thank You" card, certificate and more items ready to use at your disposal.

Learn more about the Culture of Safety and how you can contribute to bring this goal to life.

Check out the interactive timeline to view the history of National Nurses Week from conceptualization to end result.

The Mini-Grant recipient supporting the Florida Healthcare Simulation Alliance is

University of North Florida -- Improving Student Performance through                                      Simulation Activities

University of North Florida will update and expand its current simulation program to provide opportunities for pre-licensure students that may not be available to them in their current clinical practice settings.  It will provide real-world, comprehensive simulation experiences that will offer students the best opportunities for learning clinical competency, critical thinking and priority setting skills.

TheMini-Grant recipients supporting the Florida Action Coalition are:

CommunityFoundation of Sarasota County, Inc. – NursingEducation Navigator: A Project of the Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition

Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition will create a dedicated Nursing Education Navigator to provide "one stop" access to advisement services and to personalized referrals for support and enabling services. In turn, this will increase the number and proportion of individuals who actually matriculate into regionally and nationally accredited nursing programs; and will include individuals from minority and other underrepresented groups.

Universityof Central Florida College of Nursing -  Multimethod Approach to Evaluate the Effectsof Geographic Distribution and Practice Regulations of Florida NursePractitioners

Conduct geospatial mapping to identify the distribution ofnurse practitioners and primary care physicians in Florida. Overlay thisinformation with county/district lines, medically underserved areas and healthprofessional shortage areas. Measure relationships, analyzing results to applyto health policy decision making.

Universityof Florida College of Nursing – LeveragingSocial Media and Digital Communications to Grow Support and Awareness

Implement the Florida Action Coalition's StrategicCommunications Plan and establish sustainable internal processes to manage andleverage social media and digital communications. These activities willincrease awareness about the Coalition mission and activities amongstakeholders and help secure future financial support from other funders.

Universityof Miami – The Future of Nursing Science:Encouraging Minority Nurses to Pursue a PhD through a Health Disparities SummerResearch Program

A ten week summer research program will provide seven minority nursing students per year (21 students total) with intensive training in health disparities research and promote the pursuit of doctoral education and the importance of preparing a diverse nursing workforce equipped to address health disparities.

The Mini-Grant recipient supporting the Florida Healthcare Simulation Alliance is

University of North Florida -- Improving Student Performance through                                      Simulation Activities

University of North Florida will update and expand its current simulation program to provide opportunities for pre-licensure students that may not be available to them in their current clinical practice settings.  It will provide real-world, comprehensive simulation experiences that will offer students the best opportunities for learning clinical competency, critical thinking and priority setting skills.

TheMini-Grant recipients supporting the Florida Action Coalition are:

CommunityFoundation of Sarasota County, Inc. – Nursing Education Navigator: A Project of the Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition

Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition will create a dedicated Nursing Education Navigator to provide "one stop" access to advisement services and to personalized referrals for support and enabling services. In turn, this will increase the number and proportion of individuals who actually matriculate into regionally and nationally accredited nursing programs; and will include individuals from minority and other underrepresented groups.

Universityof Central Florida College of Nursing -  Multimethod Approach to Evaluate the Effectsof Geographic Distribution and Practice Regulations of Florida NursePractitioners

Conduct geospatial mapping to identify the distribution ofnurse practitioners and primary care physicians in Florida. Overlay thisinformation with county/district lines, medically underserved areas and healthprofessional shortage areas. Measure relationships, analyzing results to applyto health policy decision making.

Universityof Florida College of Nursing – Leveraging Social Media and Digital Communications to Grow Support and Awareness

Implement the Florida Action Coalition's StrategicCommunications Plan and establish sustainable internal processes to manage andleverage social media and digital communications. These activities willincrease awareness about the Coalition mission and activities amongstakeholders and help secure future financial support from other funders.

Universityof Miami – The Future of Nursing Science:Encouraging Minority Nurses to Pursue a PhD through a Health Disparities Summer Research Program

A ten week summer research program will provide seven minority nursing students per year (21 students total) with intensive training in health disparities research and promote the pursuit of doctoral education and the importance of preparing a diverse nursing workforce equipped to address health disparities.

Please enjoy the Florida Center for Nursing's 2014 Annual Report giving you a glimpse of our accomplishments and information about the Florida nurse workforce.

Florida Blue Foundation in Partnership with the Florida Action Coalition is pleased to announce the release of the the proceedings from the 2013 Statewide Nursing Summit. 

The Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors and I are pleased to announce the opportunity to lead the planning and implementing of the Center's workforce research agenda.

UCF Position Title:    Associate Director, Research Programs/Services
Requisition Number:   401238
Position Number:       42856

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Florida Center for Nursing 
Board of Director's Meeting

When:  Friday, October 10, 2014

Where:  Florida Center for Nursing
              12424 Research Parkway Ste 220
              Orlando, FL  32826

Time:     8:00am - 3:00pm (EST)

Board of Director's Meeting

When:  Friday, August 8, 2014

Time:  3pm - 5pm (EST)

Where: Teleconference

Florida Center for Nursing
Board of Director's Meeting

When:  May 22, 2015

Where:  FCN Headquarters
             12424 Research Parkway Ste 220
             Orlando, FL 32826

Time:  8:30am (EST)