HHS Releases Final Report of 2000 Nursing Survey
March 1, 2002 - Health and Human Services Secretary
Tommy Thompson released the final report of the 2000
National Sample Survey of Registered Nurses, coupled with
the launch of a campaign to encourage school children to consider
careers in nursing and the health professions.
The nursing survey, the most extensive and comprehensive
statistical resource on registered nurses with current licenses
to practice in the United States, suggests that too few young
people are choosing careers in nursing, and the average age
of registered nurses has increased substantially.
The education campaign, "Kids
into Health Careers," is designed to attract more
children to careers in nursing and the health professions.
Education kits for parents, teachers, and organizations include
information on level of education needed and salary outlook
for a variety of health professions careers.
Information:
Erica Froyd, Director, Public Health and Research Legislative Affairs
AAMC Office of Governmental Relations
efroyd@aamc.org
(202) 828-0525
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