Overview
Pennsylvania has launched the PA Nurse Shortage Assistance Program with opportunities for hospitals to receive funding and support for nursing workforce pipelines.
Persistent vacancies and turnover stretch existing nurses, increase reliance on agency staffing, and leave health systems competing for a limited pool of new graduates.
During October, Governor Josh Shapiro launched the PA Nurse Shortage Assistance Program (NSAP) within the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). NSAP provides up to $10,000 per year in state-funded loan repayment assistance in exchange for a three-year work placement at a participating Pennsylvania hospital after graduation. Participating hospitals contribute matching funds equal to at least 100 percent of the state award, creating a potential annual benefit of $20,000 per year for participating nurses.
Join us for an educational webinar for health care executives and workforce leaders. Drawing on lessons from the program's pilot with Pennsylvania health systems, this session will explain what participation requires of hospitals and how this program helps connect nursing students, hospitals, and educational institutions to build a sustainable nursing workforce pipeline.
The session will conclude with a live Q&A where attendees can ask about eligibility, matching requirements, and next steps for participating.