According to recent data, there are five states in the United States where young people are flocking to in large numbers. The study, conducted by U.S. News & World Report, analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau and found that these five states have experienced significant increases in their young adult populations over the past decade. The first state on the list is Colorado, which has seen a 15.5% increase in its 20-34 age group
Washington State has once again been declared the best state in the United States for nurses to work in, according to the latest annual rankings by finance website WalletHub. The rankings were based on a detailed comparison of all 50 states across 20 key metrics that directly affect the nursing profession or workforce. The methodology included looking at factors such as average annual salary, average starting salary, commute time, healthcare facilities per capita, quality of
As of May 2023, New Jersey is facing a severe nursing shortage with over 13,000 nursing job openings in the state. This shortage has become a significant issue for healthcare providers, causing concerns for patient care, staffing, and operations. Several factors have contributed to this shortage, including an aging population, a retiring nursing workforce, and a lack of nursing educators. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased demand for healthcare services, exacerbating the problem.
A recent survey of nurses in the United States found that a majority of them are considering leaving their current hospital roles within the next year. The survey, conducted by the job search website Indeed, found that 85% of nurses are planning to leave their hospital jobs in the next 12 months. The survey included responses from over 1,000 nurses and nurse practitioners across the country. The results show that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken
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