Several factors contribute to the nursing shortage:
- Aging Population and Workforce: As the population ages, the demand for healthcare services increases. Simultaneously, many nurses are approaching retirement age, leading to a reduction in the nursing workforce. - Education and Training Bottlenecks: The limited capacity of nursing schools and the shortage of nursing educators restrict the number of new nurses entering the profession. - Job Burnout and Turnover: High levels of stress, long working hours, and emotional fatigue contribute to job burnout and high turnover rates among nurses. - Economic Factors: Budget constraints in healthcare facilities can lead to hiring freezes and reduced staff, exacerbating the shortage.
