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The Future of Travel Nursing: Market Predictions for 2025

The Gypsy Nurse

This model has been particularly advantageous for healthcare facilities experiencing nursing shortages, seasonal peaks, or specialized care needs that require expertise that isnt available locally. In recent years, the demand for travel nurses has surged due to the strain on the healthcare system. Nursing Shortage: The U.S.

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The Ins and Outs of International Nurse Recruiting

Health Leaders | Nursing

International recruiting begins with strong communication and partnerships, according to this nurse educator. CNOs are searching everywhere for nurses at all stages of their careers to help fill the critical workforce gaps left by the nursing shortage.

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AI Lightens Nurses’ Workloads, Restoring Work-Life Balance

Daily Nurse

Optimizing Scheduling and Staffing Another consequence of the nursing shortage is never-ending scheduling challenges. For nurse managers, labor shortages require them to coordinate shifts among a limited talent pool while balancing tenure, skill sets, and certifications among floor staff.

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New LPN program at Bay Mills Community College to address nurse shortage

Health Leaders | Nursing

Bay Mills Community College will now be offering courses in licensed practical nursing to address local medical professional shortages. On June 5, the college received approval from the Michigan Board of Nursing to launch the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program.

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Massachusetts to allow out-of-state nurses to work in the commonwealth

Health Leaders | Nursing

Massachusetts has taken a big step when it comes to addressing the nursing shortage in the state, but some people say it still won’t solve current staffing problems. Maura Healey signed the state’s economic development bill, which included a measure to join the Nurse Licensure Compact. On Wednesday, Gov.

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What Is a Doctor of Nursing Practice? (And What You Should Know)

Post University

Not only are the needs of patients becoming more complex, but the number of nurses has also started to dwindle. Nurses are facing extreme burnout, causing many to leave the profession and, in turn, underscoring the need for effective and intuitive nurse leaders. It is an ideal option for nurses who aspire to work in academia.

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Closing the Nurse Staffing Gap: Why Non-Skilled Support Isn’t the Solution

Empowered Nurses

The nursing shortage is one of the most pressing challenges facing healthcare today. A recent article proposes a solution that sounds logical at first: shift tasks away from nurses and onto non-skilled workers or technology-enabled support systems. Obviously, this was not a solution promoted by nurses.