The Latino Nursing Career Opportunity Program seeks to improve access to quality health care by  promoting a diverse and culturally competent work force. It will prepare Latino students in the District of Columbia and Montgomery County, MD., to successfully complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (B.S.N.).

Students participating in the program will: Prepare for college, Find scholarships and funding opportunities, Prepare for the SAT, Meet nurse mentors, Explore varied and exciting nursing career opportunities, Visit hospitals and universities, Prepare college applications, Engage in community service, Meet Latino community leaders, Attend conferences and workshops,Write college entrance essays, Locate community resources

Projected Career Opportunities for Hispanic Nurses

There is a critical shortage of professional nurses in the United States, particularly among Hispanic and other minorities. Hispanics comprise the fastest growing ethnic group in the United States, yet represent less than 2 percent of the nursing work force. An increase in baccalaureate-prepared Hispanic nurses will not only decrease the nursing shortage, but also increase the number of well-educated, bilingual nurses available to serve diverse communities.

Hispanic nurses will have a unique opportunity to bridge the language barrier, reduce discrimination and improve cultural awareness in hospitals, clinics and other health care facilities while developing a lasting career.

Partners In The Program

The Latino Nursing Career Opportunity Program will work with a community-based advisory board and through affiliations throughout the District of Columbia and Montgomery County, MD.

Nurses Are Everywhere!

Among nursing’s many specialties are shock-trauma, neurology, surgery, cardiology, telemetry, pulmonology, medical-surgical, renal/dialysis, neonatology, pediatrics, gynecology, obstetrics, women’s health, gerontology, oncology, allergy, rehabilitation, anesthesiology, immunology, psychiatric/mental health, substance abuse, occupational health, nutrition and fitness, and primary care.