Educational Advancement of RNs BSN in Ten Report

ONA Board Appointed Members of the of the initial Task Force to 15 member Workgroup to Work on the Action of the 2009 House of Delegates Diverse group All levels of education to be included Hospitals – both urban and rural

BSN in Ten Report May 27, 2010 – 1 st Meeting (Six Sigma Workout) Defined Barriers Potential Solutions - Priorities Action Plan– Group Assignments July 31 – 2 nd Meeting Action Plan – Group Reports

BSN in Ten Report Report of Workgroup ONE Voice - ONE definition Resources & Research Cost of Advancing Education Accessibility of RN to BSN programs Influence Groups Nursing & Health Care Constituents i.e. Hospital Association, Physician Groups etc Lobbyists – Friend or Foe - Sphere of Influence Public

BSN in Ten Report Most Important Aspect Nurses Need to Have ONE Voice

BSN in Ten Report 2 nd Most Important Aspect Can’t Do this Alone!

BSN in Ten Report Need to have PR Experts Assist Us in Developing & Disseminating our Message to all Constituent Groups

BSN in Ten Report So how do we get there? Capital Campaign

BSN in Ten Report Advance Nursing Campaign Solicit Funds Through the Foundation - ONF Hospitals Educational Institutions Individuals First Contribution - INTEGRIS Pledge $1,500