nursing shortage

Advantages of a nursing shortage

Since the day I became a nurse, it seems there’s been a nursing shortage. No matter where you practice, everybody talks about it. Is it because we never seem…

Changing an imperfect system of care

In a 2022 Viewpoint, I highlighted actions to address the nursing workforce shortage. In that article, I said, “Nothing will change until healthcare policy identifies the economic value…

Coloring outside the lines

The Institute of Medicine’s Future of Nursing Initiative needs to create solutions that propel nursing and health care into the future.
faculty shortfall nurse

Faculty shortfall

Helen O’Shea, PhD, RN, hasn’t retired completely from her role as a nurse educator, and that is very fortunate, for the number of nurse faculty is dwindling, with…

Headlines from the Hill

Nurses need to promote ANA’s health system reform principles and recommendations.

Largest projected nursing shortages by state

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for registered nurses is expected to grow by 15% from 2016 to 2026. RegisteredNursing.org has looked at the projected supply…

Nursing professional development at night

The Institute of Medicine advocates for well-prepared nurses to manage today’s complex healthcare environment. However, the nursing shortage presents a multifaceted and growing challenge. In an effort to…

Nursing shortage: 3 ways to prepare

As the nursing shortage looms, healthcare organizations and leaders must take steps to address it now. These three strategies can help ensure nurse retention and quality patient care.

Observations on nursing shortages

I graduated from my basic nursing program in 1973 (50 years ago!). Just like now, a significant nursing shortage existed then, too. As a matter of fact, I…
linda stierle army us air force

Thank you, Linda

I happen to know how Linda Stierle got her start in nursing. When she was a little 7-year-old, a doctor ordered that she receive a penicillin shot. After…

Reader Survey

Please share your feedback! We’re interested to learn more about your experience with American Nurse Journal.

Survey

Test Your Knowledge

Emotional Intel TYK

In what way does emotional intelligence affect nursing leaders in team and patient care settings?

cheryl meeGet your free access to the exclusive newsletter of American Nurse Journal and gain insights for your nursing practice.

NurseLine Newsletter

  • This field is hidden when viewing the form

*By submitting your e-mail, you are opting in to receiving information from Healthcom Media and Affiliates. The details, including your email address/mobile number, may be used to keep you informed about future products and services.