McKnight's October 23, 2024
Dharam Khalsa

The long-term care industry has a staffing burnout crisis. I don’t use that term lightly, but the numbers don’t lie here.

Recent studies found that 49% of senior care professionals rank stress and burnout as the toughest challenge they face in the workplace, while 57% have considered leaving their jobs as a result of this. And facing the brunt of these pressures are often skilled nurses working in skilled nursing facilities (SNF).

As someone who helps families navigate senior living solutions, I’ve seen firsthand how these shortages can harm both the mental and physical health of nurses and the well-being of residents. But addressing this problem isn’t just about filling empty roles; it’s about ensuring we create environments where nurses...

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