The data reveal that more than 138,000 nurses left the workforce since 2022 and by 2029, almost 40% of nurses intend to leave the workforce, reinforcing concerns about ongoing labor shortages and systemic workforce challenges.
By April Miller – Hospitals encounter numerous challenges when it comes to nurse scheduling. Ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet patient needs while adhering to budget constraints and regulatory requirements poses a significant hurdle.
By Karlene Kerfoot PhD RN FAAN – As nursing shortages and low margins continue to plague the healthcare industry, nursing and healthcare leaders are seeking new strategies to reduce burnout and improve clinician retention and patient care.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, awarded $13 million to bolster nursing education and training to grow the nursing workforce and improve access to nursing education.
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