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American Association of Colleges on Nursing: Nursing Shortage Fact Sheet
The U.S. is projected to experience a shortage of Registered Nurses (RNs) that is expected to intensify as Baby Boomers age.
Occupational Handbook Outlook: Nursing
Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients.
Research Shows Shortage of More than 100,000 Doctors by 2030
The United States will face a significant shortage of physicians fueled by population growth, an increase in the number of aging Americans, and retirement of practicing doctors.
Growth in Employment for Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Midwives, and Nurse Practitioners
Overall employment of nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners is projected to grow 40 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations
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Dr. Karen Kidder
Division of Nursing
nursing@stmary.edu
913-758-6198

The Pre- Licensure Baccalaureate of Nursing program, Masters of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner program and the Post-Graduate FNP Certificate Program is approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN).
Graduation from a USM nursing program and passage of the NCLEX exam does not guarantee licensure. Learn more.
Have Questions? Contact Us.
Dr. Karen Kidder
Division of Nursing
nursing@stmary.edu
913-758-6198

The Pre- Licensure Baccalaureate of Nursing program, Masters of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner program and the Post-Graduate FNP Certificate Program is approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN).
Graduation from a USM nursing program and passage of the NCLEX exam does not guarantee licensure. Learn more.