Joyce University Featured on FOX 13’s The Place to Discuss Nursing Shortage and Pathways Into the Profession

President and CEO Josh Knotts shares how Joyce University is expanding access to nursing education and preparing students for the healthcare workforce.

SALT LAKE CITY, March 16, 2026 — Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences President and CEO Josh Knotts recently appeared on FOX 13’s The Place to discuss how the university is helping address the ongoing nursing shortage by providing efficient, rigorous pathways into the profession.

The national nursing shortage continues to affect healthcare systems across the country, increasing demand for well-prepared nurses entering the workforce. Institutions like Joyce University are working to help address this challenge by expanding access to nursing education and preparing students to enter clinical practice with strong foundational skills.

During the segment, Knotts highlighted Joyce University’s commitment to expanding access to high-quality nursing education while preparing students to enter the workforce ready to serve their communities. He shared how the university’s programs are designed for students seeking a streamlined path into nursing without compromising the rigor required to succeed in the field.

Knotts explained that students may qualify for registered nurse licensure in as little as 20 months, depending on the program, helping address workforce demand while supporting students eager to begin their healthcare careers.

The conversation also explored Joyce University’s hybrid education model, which combines online coursework with immersive hands-on training. Students complete academic instruction online and participate in skills training and simulation experiences on campus, allowing them to develop clinical judgment and practical skills before entering direct patient care environments.

Knotts noted that the university’s Joyce Johnson Center of Simulation in Draper plays a key role in preparing students for real-world clinical settings. The facility features advanced patient simulators and realistic clinical environments designed to help students build confidence and competency before beginning clinical placements with healthcare partners.

To watch the full segment, visit FOX 13’s The Place.

• ABOUT JOYCE UNIVERSITY

  Founded in 1979, Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ mission is to prepare students to serve as competent professionals, to advance their careers, and to pursue lifelong learning. Located in Draper, Utah, Joyce University is proud to have helped thousands of students across the US graduate and launch lasting healthcare careers. With a recent expansion of its pre-licensure programs to select regional locations, including Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Kentucky, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin, Joyce University enables aspiring nurses in these regions to access the same high-quality education and opportunities that have defined the institution for decades. Join them as they continue to shape the future of healthcare, one student at a time.

  Joyce University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) for the Associate of Science in Nursing degree program and by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs.