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The Future of Travel Nursing: Market Predictions for 2025

The Gypsy Nurse

As we approach 2025, several factors are shaping the future of travel nursing, from demographic shifts to technological advancements. Market Trends and Factors Influencing Travel Nursing in 2025 Several key factors are influencing the market for travel nursing heading into 2025. Nursing Shortage: The U.S. According to the U.S.

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Here's the Official 2025 CNO Forecast

Health Leaders | Nursing

It's 2025, and while there will be many new beginnings in healthcare, CNOs will also face some perpetual challenges that continue to rear their heads. Work-life balance and wellbeing will stay a priority in 2025 for nurse leaders, according to Begley. As the saying goes, "new year, new beginnings."

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Is a Compact License Worth it?

Empowered Nurses

The NLC allows registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses to have one multistate license, giving them the ability to practice in any participating compact state without needing to apply for a separate license. As of 2025, they can practice freely in 41 other states that have enacted the compact.

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Private Duty Nurse Job Description [Updated for 2025]

Registered Nursing

In 2025, as healthcare continues to expand beyond hospitals and into homes, the role of the private duty nurse has become more essential than ever, especially for patients needing long-term care, chronic condition support, or specialized attention within the comfort of their own residences. What Is a Private Duty Nurse?

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FL ranks last among states in passing nurse licensing exam

Health Leaders | Nursing

A report from the Florida Center for Nursing noted that in 2024 Florida had the nation's lowest pass rate on the exam required for registered nurses and practical nurses to receive their licenses. The National Council Licensure Examination, or NCLEX has separate tests for registered nurses and practical nurses.

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NPs in 2025: Trends to Watch 

Minority Nurse

A greater role for technology, especially artificial intelligence, and more states introducing legislation to allow NPs to practice at the top of their license are among the trends NPs will see in 2025. Full Practice Ferrara said that in 2025, NPs can expect more states to consider granting full practice authority.

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Should Nurse Practitioners Read X-Rays?

Health Leaders | Nursing

Currently in the United States, only licensed physicians can become B Readers, and as of October 2024, only 184 U.S.-based based physicians in 35 states are licensed B Readers, according to the information request. The request's comment period ends March 17, 2025.