The first wave of baby boomers will be turning 80 in 2026, but now is the time to get ready for this enormous demographic shift that will place unprecedented demands on American health care and long-term care systems. Called the “Silver Tsunami”, the tidal wave of 78 million aging baby boomers threatens to overwhelm a health care system that is currently not fully equipped to handle the onslaught.
Nursing Shortage Still Afflicting Healthcare
AACN is leveraging resources to shape legislation, identify strategies, and form collaborations to address the shortage.
Making the Best of Holiday Shift Work
No matter your role in nursing, you can help boost your, and your unit's mood during the holidays.
Comparing ADN and BSN Degrees
With increased emphasis on higher levels of nursing education, what are the pros and cons of ADN vs. BSN degree programs?
Changing the Face of Nursing
Diversity in the nursing workforce is crucial for delivering patient-centered care that increases both satisfaction and outcomes.
Homeward Bound: The Rise of Home Health Nursing
What's behind this recent surge in demand for home healthcare?
Millennial Moment
Millennials are poised to have a big impact on the future of nursing. Are you prepared?
New Nurse Workforce Numbers ‘Not as Dark and Scary’
Thanks to an infusion of new RNs into the profession, the predicted nursing shortage is looking much less threatening.
How Will Flood of New Nurse Grads Affect Patient Care?
As colleges mint new nurses at an increased rate, are the nation’s healthcare facilities prepared to assimilate the new grads into patient care?
Nurse Shortage Persists Globally
Why there is still a shortage of nurses and what you should look for when job seeking.
How the Silver Tsunami Will Shape Long-Term Care
The first wave of baby boomers will be turning 80 in 2026, but now is the time to get ready for this enormous demographic shift that will place unprecedented demands on American health care and long-term care systems. Called the “Silver Tsunami”, the tidal wave of 78 million aging baby boomers threatens to overwhelm a health care system that is currently not fully equipped to handle the onslaught.