Carole Johnson, Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, recently convened leaders from over 25 nursing and health care organizations for a roundtable discussion on the newly released findings of the National Sample Survey of Registered Nurses — the first comprehensive federal survey of nurses since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.
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By Lora Sparkman MHA BSN RN – The nurse staffing shortage crisis is reaching a new high, increasing pressure on current nurses, prospective nurses, and the healthcare system as a whole. Nursing school enrollment is down as entry-level baccalaureate nursing programs experienced a 1.4% decline last year.
HRSA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, announced awards of more than $100 million to train more nurses and grow the nursing workforce. These investments will address the increasing demand for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, and nurse faculty.
By Will O’Connor MD – The data is stark and frightening on our nursing shortage. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing reported that approximately 100,000 registered nurses left the profession during the pandemic, and another 610,388 planning to leave by 2027 due to “stress, burnout or retirement.”
Vizient Inc. released its latest Workforce Intelligence Report, finding that regular nursing hours have begun to stabilize but continue to be supplemented by overtime and contract labor hours at higher than pre-pandemic levels.
By David Garner – This is Nurses Week and we are highlighting challenges and issues facing our nursing professionals. Can analytics and AI help with today’s challenges? Garner says yes as he identifies some of the top issues.
Wednesday, December 7th at 2pm ET. Register for this webinar where expert faculty outline the differences between case management, care coordination and complex care management to frame up a discussion on strategies to leverage effective models for both in-person and remote services.
Recent study found that more nurses and nursing assistants are seeking flexibility in their work lives and that those who have adopted gig working apps are more likely to feel that they are thriving in their careers. This week’s Talent Tuesday during National Nurses Week is brought to you by IntelyCare.
If you haven’t tuned in to our radio station or checked out our podcast network, here is your chance. Last month was National Nurses Month and our hosts and their guests had lots to talk about. Check out our ongoing Nurses Playlist.