McKnight's June 6, 2022
The federal government must take permanent action to address the long-term care workforce shortage as providers brace themselves for severe consequences following the end of the temporary nurse aide waiver this week.
“The long-term care workforce crisis has never been more dire, and now is not the time to let crucial supports and flexibilities end,” said Holly Harmon, RN, senior vice president of quality, regulatory & clinical services for the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living.
“This is especially true for the heroic temporary nurse aides who stepped up to serve our vulnerable seniors during this pandemic and are hoping to build a career in long-term care,” she added.
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