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LPNS Returning to Hospitals
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TAG MedStaffing Team

LPNs Returning to Hospitals in New Nursing Team Models

Hospital nursing teams have seen a resurgence of licensed practical nurses (LPNs) joining their ranks in recent years. Historically more likely to work in outpatient settings, LPNs offer skillsets that can complement registered nurses in helpful ways. As nurse executives deal with staffing shortage stresses, many have taken notice of the unique value LPNs bring – leading to their integration into creative workforce models.

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Travel Nursing
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TAG MedStaffing Team

How Does Travel Nursing Work?

Over the last few years, travel nursing has surged in popularity, prompted by overwhelming hospital nurse staffing shortages. For nurses, travel roles promise generous pay, flexible locations, and adventure. For healthcare employers, travel nurses help fill pressing workforce gaps. But even as demand booms, many still wonder – how does the travel nurse industry actually work?

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The Impending Exodus of Experienced Nurses
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TAG MedStaffing Team

The Impending Exodus of Experienced Nurses

The nursing profession stands at a critical juncture, with a substantial portion of its workforce approaching retirement age. More than half of the healthcare industry’s nurses fall into this demographic, and their impending mass retirements present a dual challenge that cannot be overlooked. It’s not merely a matter of losing numbers; it’s the sudden depletion of invaluable knowledge and experience these seasoned professionals have accumulated over decades of service. As these experienced nurses bid farewell to their careers, healthcare organizations are confronted with the daunting prospect of losing:

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