Skilled Nursing News November 8, 2022
Although nursing home employment has slowly been on the rise since the pandemic sent staffing numbers plummeting nationwide, the toll the nursing shortage specifically has taken continues to be a concern for operators.
Persistent staffing shortages and high turnover has more broadly motivated operators to rethink positions like MDS coordinator roles and consider allowing registered nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) more flexibility, among other innovations.
Yet to fully address the nursing shortage, more changes may be underway.
The most common reason why nurses plan to leave the field are the ongoing shortages, followed by the need for a better work/life balance and feeling their mental health is at risk because of burnout and a lack of appreciation.
Roughly 50%...
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