http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2013pres/09/20130919c.html
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced (Sept 19, 2013) a grant award of $2.8 million to help veterans advance in nursing careers by building on their combat medical skills and experience and awarding academic credit for prior military training and experience. Over four years, these grants will enable more than 1,000 veterans to obtain baccalaureate nursing degrees.
Nine institutions were awarded funding under the Nurse Education, Practice, Quality and Retention: Veterans’ Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing Program (VBSN) by HHS’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Award recipients recruit veterans and prepare VBSN undergraduates for practice and employment in local communities, and also develop career ladders that include academic and social supports, career counseling, mentors and linkages with veteran service organizations and community health systems.
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Nurse Education, Practice, Quality and Retention:
Veterans’ Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program FY 2013 Awards
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| Organization |
City |
State |
Award |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham |
Birmingham |
Ala. |
$315,969 |
| Jacksonville University |
Jacksonville |
Fla. |
$205,266 |
| Florida International University |
Miami |
Fla. |
$335,420 |
| University of South Florida |
Tampa |
Fla. |
$349,773 |
| Davenport University |
Grand Rapids |
Mich. |
$327,284 |
| State University of New York |
Stony Brook |
N.Y. |
$296,763 |
| University of Texas at Arlington |
Arlington |
Texas |
$291,408 |
| Hampton University |
Hampton |
Va. |
$349,689 |
| Shenandoah University |
Winchester |
Va. |
$312,025 |
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TOTAL: $2,783,597
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Loretta Jackson Brown
ANNA Representative, White House Joining Forces Initiative