Quality patient care hinges on having a well-educated nursing workforce. ... In terms of highest level of nursing education, the latest workforce survey found that 64.2% of the nursing workforce is prepared at the baccalaureate and higher degree level.

Are nurses educated?

Changes in Nursing Education and Nursing Practice

Today almost all nurses are educated in either two year or four programs in community colleges, comprehensive colleges and universities where they exchange tuition for instruction, which, among other things, leads to examination for registration as a professional nurse.

Are nurses highly trained?

The World of Nursing. A trip to the hospital is often not the most favored experience one can have in life. ... Nurses are much more highly trained than many people are aware of. This profession is one that is not only lucrative but very rewarding as well.