Alaska needs to train more nurses, but it doesn’t have enough nursing faculty to meet demand
UAA School of Nursing director Carla Hagen speaks to KTOO about the high demand for nurses in the state of Alaska and the shortage of nursing faculty.
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Staffing shortages still hinder Alaska hospitals; nurses among the highest in demand
Hospitals need nurses nationwide and across Alaska, as the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated health care workforce shortages.
Why forensic nursing is critical for fighting interpersonal violence
Proper evidence collection and documentation after domestic violence or sexual assault is an important step to help women who have been traumatized. A unique forensic training academy at UAA is teaching nurses how to conduct these exams and is helping grow the network of forensic nurses across the state.
Pilot program offers nurses forensic training
A new program seeks to train healthcare providers on the proper way to collect forensic evidence to help victims of violence seek justice.