Overview
Once called the Sandwich Islands, Hawaii became the 50th state in 1959. The chain of small isles and eight islands is a popular vacation destination that offers plenty of sun, sand and majestic volcanoes. For local nurses and those from the mainland, Hawaii offers a wide range of opportunities as well as the chance to live and work on an island paradise. Like everywhere else in the country, the state is suffering a shortage of qualified nurses. Unfortunately, the health care system is suffering other ills like a loss of doctors to other states, rising medical costs, and a shortage of medical facilities.
Nursing Education in Hawaii
There are fewer than 10 nursing programs in Hawaii. Some hospitals are fostering close relationships with University of Hawaii nursing students, offering clinical opportunities in hopes of hiring them after graduation. Scholarships are awarded through universities and colleges, private foundations, and nursing organizations. Awards vary, but can be up to $10,000. Most require Hawaiian residence..
Outlook for Nursing in Hawaii
Hawaiian health care facilities are actively recruiting nurses from the mainland to help fill the severe shortage of nurses in the state. Some hospitals are willing to pay new graduates more than $28.00 an hour. Other health care facilities like long-term care nursing homes are also in need of nurses.
Some of the top employers of Registered Nurses in Hawaii include The Queen’s Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, Hilo Medical Center, Moanalua Medical Center & Clinic, and Hawaii Medical Center East.
Nursing Degree Programs in Hawaii
Transition programs for nurses:
Graduate programs for nurses:
- All Masters in Nursing Programs in HI
- All DNP and PhD in Nursing Programs in HI
- All Nurse Practitioner Programs in HI
Entry level nursing programs:
