January 4, 2008, Newsletter Issue #74: The Critical Shortage of Nurses

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One of the biggest trends facing nurses today is the critical shortage of nurses in America. Experts say that the shortage is a result of many factors, including RNs leaving to enter other fields, a dissipating workforce, and financial constraints. Many RNs are growing older and retiring, and others are leaving the profession because of the stressful work environment they face.

Because of the shortage of nurses, there is also a shortage of nursing educators, making schools more selective in who they admit for RN programs. There are benefits to the nursing shortage, however, if you are an RN; because hospitals and other facilities are working harder to attract and retain nurses, they are offering more competitive salaries and benefits than ever before.

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