34% of nurses looking to leave patient care business, new survey shows

Nearly 34% of registered nurses say they'll probably leave the business of patient care.

News 12 Staff

May 13, 2022, 9:40 AM

Updated 958 days ago

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Nearly 34% of registered nurses say they'll probably leave the business of patient care.
According to the survey by Incredible Health, 34% of nurses surveyed reported that it is very likely that they will quit their job by the end of 2022.
Around 44% cited burnout and a high-stress environment as the reason for their desire to leave.
Benefits and pay are the second leading cause at 27%, according to by Incredible Health.
Officials say with no one to replace the nurses planning to leave, the U.S. could be short 450,000 nurses by 2025.