Carol Sorgen
For years now, we’ve been hearing about the nursing shortage in this country. Is that still the case? On the whole, yes, say nurse recruiters throughout the Washington metropolitan area, though there has been a temporary “blip” as a result of the recession.
“The economy has certainly had an impact on the job market for nurses, as nurses who were planning to retire have delayed those plans, part-time nurses have requested additional hours, and full-time nurses have sought additional shifts,” says Dennis Hoban, Senior Director of Recruitment for Washington Hospital Center.
But, while short-term the nursing shortage appears to have eased, looks are deceiving, says Hoban. “Long-term, we’re still expecting a shortage for years to come.” Read more…
