The federal grant will be used to fund Project MADE, designed to address Arizona’s shortage of acute-care employees. Specifically, the grant will be used to further the educational opportunities and training of nurses and nurse assistants by recruiting and supporting nearly 700 workers who can earn advanced degrees to serve their profession.
The grant will aim to accomplish five goals:
1. Prepare Banner registered nurses for career advancement through bachelor’s degree education.
2. Implement orientation and retention methodologies for new graduates of nursing programs.
3. Provide leadership seminars to develop nursing leaders throughout Arizona.
4. Assist nursing assistants with career enhancement through professional certification.
5. Provide outreach to and prepare under-served populations for healthcare career opportunities.
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