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05-29-2017, 05:54 AM
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Originally Posted by KyWoman
As an R.N., I believe that until hospitals start staffing adequately, the shortage will continue. The nurse/patient ratio at many hospitals, and I have found the south to be the worst, is ridiculous!
It's very frustrating to work your tail off for 12 hours, and go home knowing you were not able to care for each patient adequately. This leads to early burn out and nurses seek jobs that are less stressful.
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She seemed to think the same thing. 
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