The United States is facing a nursing shortage that is nothing short of a crisis. Hospitals and healthcare facilities across the country are feeling the strain as the demand for nurses continues to outpace supply.
This shortage is not a new problem, but it is one that has been exacerbated by several factors, including an aging population, the lingering impacts of the CoViD-19 pandemic, and a wave of retirements among the baby boomer generation. As a result, the healthcare system is in dire need of new graduates who can step into their roles and provide the care that patients need. But how can we ensure that these new nurses are truly practice-ready when they graduate? The answer lies, in part, in the adoption of technology within nursing education.
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The nursing shortage in the U.S. is more than just a numbers game—it is a multifaceted issue that affects the entire healthcare ecosystem. According to projections of the nursing workforce, the country will need to produce more than a million new registered nurses (RNs) by 2030 to meet the growing demand. This shortage is not just about the number of nurses completing online NP programs; it is also about the level of experience and readiness that new graduates bring to the table.
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We came into office with a clear mission: to build a safer, more affordable city. And our initiatives for our students continue to deliver on that promise.
As the administration running the largest school district in the nation, we are committed to giving our children a first-class education. And a crucial part of a great education is having access to excellent facilities, thoughtful curricula, and equitable early childhood education.
We want our students to learn in modern and flexible spaces, with state-of-the-art technology and healthy, green construction, and we want them to have access to science labs, music rooms, gyms, auditoriums, libraries, and all the services they need. That is why, for the upcoming school year, we have opened 24 new school buildings across the five boroughs, which will add 11,000 new student seats — the most K-12 seats we have added in a single year since 2003. This is in addition to the 23,000 seats already added during our administration. And it means that we can close all but 24 outdated trailer classrooms from our schools.
Additionally, for the first time in New York City history, we have provided offers to 100 percent of families who wanted an early childhood education seat and applied on time, and provided seats to thousands of additional students whose families did not apply for a seat. That brings the total number of students who received an early childhood offer to over 53,000 — more than three times the number who received an offer just five years ago. And over the past school year, we had 150,000 students enrolled in early childhood education across our system — a record high.
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When moving to a new place, the first thing that tends to shift is your cost of living. Some areas are more expensive, while others offer more affordable options. To adjust to these changes, it’s essential to create a budget based on your new living situation. Start by identifying critical expenses such as housing, utilities, and groceries. Then, consider transportation costs, which can vary significantly depending on the distance between your home and work or other frequently visited locations. Understanding how much or less you’ll spend in your new city will help you plan accordingly.
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