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
The health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.
Values
- Accountability – We commit to deliver on the Florida Center for Nursing’s statutory goals to the nursing profession, the residents, and visitors of Florida.
- Integrity – We practice high ethical standards through interpersonal and interprofessional relationships.
- Respect – We cultivate collaborative partnerships that promote access for everyone.
- Courage – We take bold risks to create innovative best practices to advance the nursing profession.