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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. 2 As the demand for healthcare increases, so does the need for nurses and other healthcare practitioners trained to care for an aging population a specialty known as geriatrics. By 2040, that population is expected to grow to 22%. 1 In 2024, a record 4.1

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6 Ways To Improve Staff Retention in Healthcare

Relias

Another 610,388 RNs reported the intent to leave the workforce by 2027 for the same reasons. The study projects that by 2027, about one-fifth (900,000) of RNs in the U.S. The study projects that by 2027, about one-fifth (900,000) of RNs in the U.S. Staff turnover is costly and impacts the care you provide.

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Re-imagining nursing’s social contract with the public

American Nurse

Evidence indicates that a significant number of nurses providing care for patients with COVID-19 have experienced physical violence and verbal abuse. Nursing as relational As a relational endeavor, nurses work in tandem with patients, families, and other providers and personnel to deliver care in various settings.

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Nursing Shortage Solutions Are Happening — Because They Must

Relias

Yet the need to care for patients never stops. These difficult circumstances call for innovative approaches to safeguard care quality and protect nurses from overwork and burnout. This biannual study serves as a resource to inform workforce planning and support safe, effective patient care. Hispanic/Latinx.

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Home Health Agencies Face Growing Competition as Value-Based Purchasing Expands Nationally

Relias

As nationwide expansion begins in 2023, the program is expected to save $3.376 billion in the next five years (2023-2027). Large cohorts cover those agencies required to participate in the Home Health Care Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HHCAHPS) survey, whereas small cohorts are exempt. million decrease.

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Nurse Leadership in Rural Health Research: An Opportunity

The Nurse Break

WRITE FOR US READ MORE ARTICLES Starting out as an assistant nurse During my second year of undergraduate training (Bachelor of Nursing), I commenced work as an Assistant in Nursing with a large metropolitan hospital on the coast of New South Wales (NSW) and worked across acute care areas including cardiology, orthopaedics, and emergency.

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How to Become a Travel Nurse in Seven Steps

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The nursing field is currently experiencing a shortage that is expected to get worse: studies show 100,000 nurses have left the field since 2020, and more than half a million plan to leave by 2027. 1, 2 Fortunately, travel nurses are working to fill these gaps and are reaping the benefits of higher pay and a better work-life balance.