MedCity News March 2, 2018
When we think of champions of health, perhaps there is no bigger advocate for patients than the nurse. Rooted firmly on the front lines of patient health, the role of the nurse has always been one of steadfast supporter. The person next in line (outside of the patient) who, arguably, knows and collaborates closest with the patient and their family, and understands their health needs best.
The nursing profession has evolved over time to adapt to fluctuating health care landscapes, but perhaps the biggest changes are still to come as the healthcare industry continues to head in a direction seeking quality of services over quantity and patient populations change. Nursing is positioned to grow—big.
According to the Bureau of Labor...