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There is a HUGE nursing shortage throughout the country.
I'm a laboratory professional at a large teaching hospital in northern NJ.
The HR dept has never been able to find enough qualified nurses.
There are large sign on bonuses for new nursing hires, many opportunties for advancement via career ladders, great pay and flexible shifts/schedules.
Yes, a very challenging profession but also great prospects.
I've been a patient in the hospital where I work and have always been impressed and thankful for the caliber of care the nursing staff provides. The nurses here are very 'empowered' and the MD's servant thing is not very evident.
Many nurses here serve on hospital wide committees along with physicians and help shape infectional control, administrative and patient care policy.
An exciting field!
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