By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – A report released in February by the University of Nebraska Medical Center shows the state has made some progress in the ongoing effort to improve access to quality health care. For instance, the number of registered nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists and paramedics working in the state has increased over the past decade. However, the report notes “substantial” challenges still remain, particularly in rural … [Read more...] about Health Careers Club part of UNK’s plan to keep talent in Nebraska
Kearney Health Opportunities Program
UNK program addresses need for rural health care providers
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Health care is one of Nebraska’s largest employment sectors, with continued job growth projected as the need for workers to serve the state’s aging population increases. The demand for health care workers is particularly strong in rural areas, where it’s difficult to recruit and retain these professionals. At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, there’s a program designed specifically to address the shortage of health … [Read more...] about UNK program addresses need for rural health care providers
High school seniors can explore health care, earn college credits during UNK’s new summer academy
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is giving high school seniors a chance to explore health care careers while earning college credits. The UNK Department of Biology, UNK Health Sciences and Central Nebraska Area Health Education Center are sponsoring a new Health Sciences Academy to introduce students entering the 12th grade to various health care fields and show them what programs are available at UNK. “It’s a … [Read more...] about High school seniors can explore health care, earn college credits during UNK’s new summer academy
