The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
Vol. 36 No. 5 September/October 2005
By Vanice W. Roberts, DSN, RN; Jane D. Brannan, EdD, RN; Anne White, DSN, RN
ABSTRACT
According to the Monthly Labor Review, 1 million new nurses will be needed by the year 2010. Returning inactive nurses to the profession is undoubtedly an economical and cost-effective approach to address this need. Embracing an online methodology will reach nurses in less populated, geographically dispersed areas with limited access to traditional educational opportunities. On the basis of the principles of good practice, it is imperative that educators evaluate the effectiveness of distance methodology. This article provides empirical data supporting the online learning process and consumer satisfaction of an online nurse refresher course.
AUTHORS
Dr. Roberts is Associate Dean, WellStar College of Health and Human Services; Dr. Brannan is Associate Professor of Nursing; and Dr. White is Associate Professor of Nursing, Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia.
The authors disclose that they have no significant financial interests in any product or class of products discussed directly or indirectly in this activity, including research support.
Address correspondence to Vanice W. Roberts, DSN, RN, WellStar College of Health and Human Services, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road, MB 1601, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
