Skilled Nursing News August 4, 2023
Half of today’s nurses have picked up “side hustles” to make extra income outside of the profession, with nearly half of new nurses planning to switch careers.
That’s according to a survey published by ConnectRN this month, which highlighted concerns surrounding the profession as it stands today.
ConnectRN surveyed more than 1,300 nurses for its survey, including 700 registered with the staffing platform – the majority of whom are SNF clinicians.
About 39% were certified nursing assistants (CNAs) and 27% were licensed practical nurses (LPNs).
“It comes as no surprise that nurses are multifaceted and wish to pursue different opportunities. However, the amount of new nurses [that] plan to leave permanently for their side hustle is alarming.” Tamara AL-Yassin, former...