The national nursing shortage is an ongoing pain point for CNOs and for healthcare organizations across the country.

It's critical for CNOs to understand why the nursing shortage is happening and the full extent of its impact, so they can develop robust strategies for combatting it.

CNOs also need to know that the nursing shortage has more of an impact on some areas than others, and there are still many people who are interested in becoming nurses.

In this week’s lead story, let’s take a look at the impact of nursing shortages on a health system's financial wellbeing and patient care delivery.

2 Major Impacts of the Nursing Shortage

Addressing the nursing shortage requires a careful, multipronged strategy and a mindful approach.

HL Shorts: How to Implement Virtual Nursing in the Emergency Department

There are a few different use cases for virtual nursing in the emergency department, says this CNE.

Infographic: 3 Tips for Building Your Virtual Nursing Program

Developing a virtual nursing program begins with incorporating cross-functional teams, says this CNE.

3 CNO Focuses for 2025, So Far

Nursing shortages, wellbeing, and workplace violence continue to be major areas of concern for CNOs, says this nurse leader.

Dual Threats from Trump and GOP Imperil Nursing Homes and Their Foreign-Born Workers

More than 800,000 immigrants and naturalized citizens comprise 28% of direct care employees at home care agencies and long-term care companies.