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Study Reveals the Enduring Effects of the COVID Pandemic 

Daily Nurse

Another 610,388 RNs reported an “intent to leave” the workforce by 2027 due to stress, burnout, and retirement. But the data revealed that 330,000 RNs had departed, combining retirements and those who left the workforce due to stress and burnout. “In terms of looking retrospectively, we were really floored by that number,” Martin says.

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How to Become a Nurse Later in Life 

Board Vitals - Nursing

In this guide, we will answer the most common questions asked by those starting a nursing career later in life. The first step in becoming a nurse is ensuring you want to pursue this career. Is it a lifelong passion, a desire for a meaningful career change, or a newfound interest? Do I Really Want to Become a Nurse?

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A Time to Look Back to Move Forward with a Clean Slate

Nurses Advocates

September has always been the month I have made career changes. Over the holiday weekend, I had time to reflect on my career. I have had a great career, with some great experiences that enabled me to grow and see things from many points of view. At 70, I am moving into retirement.

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NurseDeck: a comprehensive guide to developing strategies to address and mitigate the current healthcare staffing crisis

Nurse Deck

Retirement of aging nurses Nurses are superheroes without capes but aging is inevitable. The aging nursing workforce will soon retire. Some nurses even go for early retirement. Nurses leaving the industry for a career change detrimentally affects the healthcare workforce.

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Recognizing and Mitigating Burnout in the New Year

Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

A study by Berxi noted the following: 84% feel mildly burned out 18% feel completely burned out 48% are considering retirement or a career change Nearly half stated a change in their mental health A study of US surgeons noted burnout as a significant factor in medical error and malpractice suits.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Derek Flores

Minority Nurse

She worked as an elementary school teacher in Pueblo, Colorado for many years before retiring. My family’s example of hard work and never giving up helped me make a career change. The Archuleta family arrived in Mexico in the 17th Century, then migrated to northern New Mexico, where they were farmers and ranchers.

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5 Things to Consider When Changing Jobs as a Medical Provider

Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

Salary Changes and the Lifestyle Changes You May Have to Make An important consideration when changing positions as a medical provider is whether you will be making more or less money, and how this may affect your lifestyle. You may be able to contribute more to savings, retirement, etc. and may want to plan for this.