Summary
A survey found that over half of U.S. health care workers are thinking about leaving their jobs, contributing to a possible staffing crisis. Workers cite burnout, feeling undervalued, and lack of advancement as reasons. The Health Resources and Services Administration predicts a shortage of nearly 700,000 health care workers by 2037.
Key Facts
- Over 50% of U.S. health care workers are considering job changes.
- A shortage of 700,000 health care workers is predicted by 2037.
- 55% of health care employees plan to look for new job roles within the next year.
- Major reasons for looking for new jobs include burnout and inadequate pay.
- 80% of health care workers feel unappreciated, but 37% are satisfied with their jobs.
- 75% are interested in further education and 60% would stay if employers offered tuition support.
- The survey was conducted by The Harris Poll for Strategic Education, including 1,504 workers and 304 employers.
