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How To Fix The Nursing Shortage: 7 Nurse Shortage Solutions

The “State of the World’s Nursing 2020” offers the first comprehensive look at nursing worldwide, with input from over 190 countries. Produced by the World Health Organization (WHO) with the International Council of Nurses (ICN) and Nursing Now, the report reveals a global nursing workforce of 28 million, facing a shortage of 5.9 million nurses, as cited in this Nursing Times article. Specifically for the United States, projections from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate a demand for over 275,000 additional nurses from 2020 to 2030. The nursing shortage is a pressing issue in the healthcare industry, requiring strategic […]

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Nursing Faculty Shortage: 5 Innovative Strategies To Address The Shortage Of Nurse Educators

The nursing profession is facing a critical challenge: a shortage of qualified educators. This nursing faculty shortage, coupled with the ever-increasing demand for nurses, creates a ripple effect impacting healthcare at large. A 2006 report by the World Health Organization revealed a critical shortage of nurse educators in most member countries, as reported in a review study. These faculty shortages don’t just impact the education of future nurses; they also have far-reaching implications for nursing research. A limited number of nurse educators translates to a diminished capacity to conduct research that can influence health policy at local, national, and international

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Nursing Empowerment: A Pathway to Professional Success and Patient-Centric Care

Nursing Empowerment: A Pathway to Professional Success and Patient-Centric Care

Nursing empowerment is a critical aspect of quality patient care. If you’re a nurse, someone in the healthcare industry, or simply interested in understanding how empowered nurses can revolutionize patient care, this post is for you! What is Nursing Empowerment? Nursing empowerment is a multifaceted concept that is pivotal to nurses’ well-being and the quality of patient care they provide. But what does it mean to empower nurses? Let’s delve into the essence of this crucial concept. At its core, nursing empowerment is about providing nurses with the tools, authority, autonomy, and respect they need to excel in their roles.

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X-Ray and Radiation Safety for Nurses – 6 Safety Tips

If you work with or around X-rays, you need these radiation safety tips for nurses. X-ray safety is an important concern when working in the radiology department or transporting patients to this area. Orthopedic nurses, for example, often have patients who need X-rays. Even med-surg nurses have patients with bedside X-rays to confirm NG tube placement, chest tube placement, and the location of the end of a newly placed PICC line. In this article, we’ll share the impact of X-rays on your body and help you stay informed with essential X-ray safety tips. X-Ray & Radiation Safety for Nurses Have

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What Do Nurses Want From an Employer?

How can hospitals create an appealing work environment for nurses? This question is of importance in the healthcare industry. It’s crucial for hospitals to seriously consider the question: what do nurses want? And thereby put in the effort to offer an attractive atmosphere that allows the organization to recruit and retain top nursing professionals.  By focusing on factors such as competitive compensation, work-life balance, professional growth opportunities, and fostering a positive work culture, hospitals can become the preferred choice for nursing staff. Challenges Faced by Nurses Nursing, although a fulfilling career, comes with its share of challenges. Challenges that have likely

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how to attract and retain nurses

How to Attract and Retain Nurses

If you need to learn to how to attract and retain nurses to deal with a growing staffing shortage, you’re in the right place. Nurses, as healthcare professionals, are responsible for providing essential care and support to patients and their families. They play a role within the healthcare system serving in various settings such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. Experienced nurses are the backbone of our health system. Without their years of experience, nursing talent, and high-quality care, patient care will suffer.  In this article, we’ll outline how nurse recruiters and others responsible for recruiting nurses

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