The premature loss of large numbers of experienced nurses near the end of their careers was a severe blow to the profession in terms of a knowledge and experience drain.
Although there are many registered nurse roles, there is a commonality in the work of nursing in that it is often physically demanding and emotionally draining. Another common complaint is that nurses do not feel adequately reimbursed for their work.
An evolution to virtual care and a shift of health care away from a physical location speaks to the brick and mortar issue at the center of Gamble’s article. This transition in care was jump-started during the COVID-19 pandemic and shows no sign of re-trenching.
Burnout in the health care workplace was becoming problematic immediately prior to the pandemic but the impact of the COVID crisis acutely exacerbated existing issues.
The recent health care literature speaks of developing our present workforce and using educational opportunities as a recruitment and retention strategy.