Strategic Plan
Shaping Florida's Nursing Workforce: Insights & Solutions
The Florida Center for Nursing is the definitive source for information, research, and strategies addressing the dynamic nurse workforce needs in Florida.
FCN is a state workforce center established in Florida Statute 464.0195 to address nursing workforce issues of
- Supply and demand
- Recruitment and retention
- Utilization of resources
Per 464.0195(2)(a), Florida Statutes, one of the primary goals for the center shall be to develop a strategic statewide plan for nursing in Florida.
Mission
The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse workforce resources.
Vision
To ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.
Values
- Accountability – Commitment to deliver on the FCN’s statutory goals
- Integrity – High ethical standards through interpersonal and interprofessional relationships
- Respect – Collaborative partnerships that promote access for everyone
- Courage – Bold steps to create innovative best practices that advance the nursing profession