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As nurses retire, a significant shortage looms

Ten thousand dollar sign-on bonuses and generous benefits? No, we’re not talking about the tech industry; it’s nurses who are now in high demand. As the economy improves, many older nurses are cutting back hours or retiring, causing a major shortage across the country. Click the above audio player to hear the full story.

As nurses retire, a significant shortage looms
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Ten thousand dollar sign-on bonuses and generous benefits? No, we’re not talking about the tech industry; it’s nurses who are now in high demand.

As the economy improves, many older nurses are cutting back hours or retiring, causing a major shortage across the country.

Click the above audio player to hear the full story.

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