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Addressing the Shortage of Mental Health Nurses: A Critical Imperative

Daily Nurse

This translates to nearly one in five adults in the United States experiencing a mental health condition annually. However, the supply of well-trained and skilled mental health professionals has not kept pace with the growing demand.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Where Do We Go From Here?

The Relentless School Nurse

Building strong peer networks, participating in professional communities, and seeking mental health support when needed can help manage stress and prevent burnout. Practicing self-compassion, setting boundaries, and finding moments of rest are not luxuriesthey’re survival tools. The countdown is on for me, my friends.

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Nurses ready to strike over Qld govt pay offer

Nursing Review

That additional three per cent at the first of December, 2027 does not get the majority of nurses and midwives as nation leading, some classifications absolutely will be, but the overwhelming majority, 66 per cent will not be nation leading, she said.

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Geriatric Nurse: Expert Insights and Career Guidance

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

This trend is projected to continue through at least 2027. Settings for geriatric careers include primary care offices, hospitals, home health services, assisted living communities, senior centers, nursing homes and rehabilitation and long-term care facilities. By 2040, that population is expected to grow to 22%. 1 In 2024, a record 4.1

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Vermont Violence in the Workplace for Healthcare Employees

American Medical Compliance

Requirements Specific to Vermont In the state of Vermont on or before January 1, 2027, each healthcare facility must implement and maintain a documented workplace violence prevention and crisis response policy that meets or exceeds the standards of this section for the benefit of staff providing healthcare.

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Study Reveals the Enduring Effects of the COVID Pandemic 

Daily Nurse

Another 610,388 RNs reported an “intent to leave” the workforce by 2027 due to stress, burnout, and retirement. Among the findings: Over the past two years, approximately 100,000 registered nurses (RNs) left the workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic due to stress and burnout.

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ANA’s Summary of $1.5 trillion Omnibus Includes Several Nursing Priorities

Capitol Beat

Agencies Health and Human Services : $108.3 billion, an increase of $582 million, with a particular emphasis on improving the nation’s public health infrastructure, including data collection and monitoring. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration : $6.5 Health Resources and Services Administration : $8.9