New York State has been ranked among the top in the nation for its nursing workforce, but beneath this impressive statistic lies a concerning reality. According to a recent report, New York boasts an exceptionally high number of registered nurses per capita, with many of its hospitals and healthcare facilities staffed with highly skilled and experienced professionals. However, the state's high nursing workforce is also a reflection of its struggling retention rates, with many nurses leaving their jobs in search of better pay, improved working conditions, or more manageable workloads. As the state grapples with the challenges of retaining its top nursing talent, healthcare leaders are left to wonder: what's driving these talented caregivers out of New York's hospitals and clinics?


New York ranks high for nurses, but there's a catch  Democrat and Chronicle