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WHO estimates global nurse shortage at 5.8 million

Nursing Review

In the five years since the first SoWN report, nurses have played a vital role in responding to multiple global crises and health challenges, yet support for the nursing workforce has been inconsistent and slow, he said.

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Why Are Nurses Quitting?

Post University

In the wake of a global pandemic, the nursing shortage has reached crisis levels. High levels of burnout and excessive stress on the job have resulted in nurses quitting across many specialty areas, leaving a void in the healthcare field that is hard to fill without qualified candidates. and 37% in 2023, depending on the state.

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Most In-Demand RN Specialties in California: Where to Focus Your Nursing Career

Registered Nursing

By aligning your education with the state’s most critical needs, you can maximize your career potential while making a significant impact on healthcare delivery in California.

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Health Equity Starts at Home: Renewing the Heart of Nursing  

Minority Nurse

And what breaks my heart even more is the number of incredible caregivers I know who want to become nurses—but can’t get past the barriers. We often discuss the nursing shortage as if it were unsolvable. The truth is, we have plenty of aspiring nurses. But I don’t believe that. What we lack is access.

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Graduation Season and the Rise of a New Generation of Nurses: A Beacon of Hope Amid a National Shortage

Minority Nurse

They spoke about wanting to serve their communities, to be there for people during their most vulnerable moments, and to advocate for better health outcomes. Meeting the Moment New nurses are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of today’s healthcare landscape.

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Transforming the Workforce

Penn Nursing

As a first-generation American, this scholarship allows me to reduce my financial burden and focus on achieving my dream of helping underserved communities receive critical care needed to reduce perinatal health disparities and help address nursing shortages.

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The Crucial Importance of Diversity in the Nursing Field

Diversity Nursing

This comfort can lead to more effective communication, greater trust, and, ultimately, better health outcomes. When Nurses understand the cultural nuances and unique needs of different patient populations, they can provide more personalized and effective care.