(BPT) - Did you know nursing is the largest segment of the U.S. healthcare profession? What's more, the nursing shortage is growing, with the country facing a projected 189,000 registered nurse openings annually through 2034, largely due to many current nurses approaching retirement age.
In states across the country, the demand for nurses continues to grow as healthcare systems adapt to population growth, an aging demographic and increasing patient needs. These trends are placing added pressure on providers and reinforcing the importance of preparing a new generation of skilled nursing professionals.
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