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2 The Nursing Shortage The nursing shortage is a recurring and worrying problem in healthcare systems worldwide. The fact that many nurses are deliberately seeking positions outside of the conventional bedside care environment is an intriguing and sometimes neglected part of this issue, even though there is a lack of nurses at the bedside. The nursing shortage is a multifaceted issue characterized not only by a scarcity of nurses at the bedside but also by the growing trend of nurses pursuing diverse roles away from traditional patient care settings, necessitating a comprehensive approach to address this challenge and ensure high-quality healthcare delivery. Various career paths are available in the dynamic nursing field (Naughton et al., 2019). Traditionally, when people think of nurses, they picture them at the bedside, directly caring for patients. Although this is a fundamental aspect of nursing, the field has significantly developed over time, giving nurses a variety of possibilities to investigate other roles and specialties. The growing demand for advanced practice positions among nurses significantly contributes to the scarcity of nurses at the bedside (Haddad et al., 2018). Clinical nurse specialists, anesthetists, midwives, and nurse practitioners (NPs) are examples of advanced practice nurses. More education and training are often required for these roles, typically at the master's or doctoral level. Given their skill set and ability to offer specialized care, advanced practice nurses typically work in settings including primary care clinics, specialty practices, and even independently as healthcare providers (Haddad et al., 2018). There is a rising need for their services since primary care and preventative medicine are being given more attention. Leadership and administrative positions are another option that draws nurses away from the bedside (Coventry & Hay, 2021). Many nurses pursue nursing management, healthcare administration, or leadership degrees. For healthcare facilities to run efficiently, these jobs are

3 essential. Budget management, policy development, assuring compliance with laws and regulations, and upholding the general standard of care provided are all tasks that fall within the purview of nurse leaders and administrators. The efficient operation of healthcare institutions depends on their contributions. The number of nurses moving into academics and teaching further exacerbates the nursing shortage (Powers et al., 2022). To work as professors or nurse educators at nursing schools, experienced nurses frequently acquire advanced degrees in nursing education. These educators play a crucial role in their training by imparting their knowledge and experience to the upcoming generation of nurses. As a result, they indirectly improve patient care by assuring a steady stream of qualified nurses. Nursing research is another area nurses substantially impact (Wakefield et al., 2021). Nurse scientists and researchers focus on initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, create evidence-based procedures, and identify novel healthcare solutions. Even while they might not offer direct bedside treatment, their efforts improve the standard of care, which directly benefits patients. Recent technological developments and the growth of telehealth have given nurses additional chances to work remotely (Mahoney, 2020). In order to reach patients in remote or underserved locations, telehealth nurses use virtual platforms to deliver treatment. This resolves the scarcity issue and makes healthcare more accessible to many people. While the adaptability of the nursing profession is demonstrated by nurses moving into a variety of tasks away from the bedside, it also raises questions about the ramifications for healthcare delivery (Ding & Lu, 2019). The lack of nurses providing direct patient care may raise the responsibilities of those in such positions. Burnout, a decline in job satisfaction, and perhaps compromised patient safety and treatment quality might result. Healthcare organizations must use a diversified strategy to solve the nurse shortage (Schimas et al., 2023). This entails boosting

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4 nursing schools' ability to generate more graduates, providing incentives for nurses to work in front-of-the-bed positions, and utilizing technology to maximize healthcare delivery. The contributions of nurses in non-traditional occupations must also be acknowledged and valued (Schimas et al., 2023). The essential contributions that nurses who seek advanced practice, leadership, education, or research responsibilities make to the field and healthcare as a whole should be recognized. In conclusion, even though there may be a lack of bedside nurses, many actively seek varied responsibilities outside conventional patient care settings. The nursing shortage is a complex topic. The dynamic nature of the nursing field and the wealth of options it presents are reflected in this trend. Healthcare organizations and politicians must consider the contributions of nurses in all settings, from the operating room to the boardroom, and implement initiatives that encourage and support nurses at all stages of their careers to solve the nursing shortage successfully. We can only expect to close the gap in nursing shortages and guarantee top-notch patient care for everyone by recognizing and respecting the whole spectrum of nursing duties.

5 References Coventry, T., & Hays, A. M. (2021). Nurse managers' perceptions of mentoring in the multigenerational workplace: A qualitative descriptive study. Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing, The , 38 (2), 34–43. Ding, J., & Lu, Y. (2019). Application of Artificial Intelligence In Health care: Advantages and Challenges. Haddad, L. M., Annamaraju, P., & Toney-Butler, T. J. (2018). Nursing shortage. Mahoney, M. F. (2020). Telehealth, telemedicine, and related technologic platforms: current practice and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing , 47 (5), 439–444. Naughton, C., O’Shea, K. L., & Hayes, N. (2019). Incentivizing a career in older adult nursing: The views of student nurses. International Journal of Older People Nursing , 14 (4), e12256. Powers, K., Pate, K., Montegrico, J., & Pagel, J. (2022). Faculty Perceptions of the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on New Graduate Nurses' Transition to Practice: A Qualitative Study. Journal of Professional Nursing , 43 , 33-41. Schinas, G., Polyzou, E., Spernovasilis, N., Gogos, C., Dimopoulos, G., & Akinosoglou, K. (2023). Preventing Multidrug-Resistant Bacterial Transmission in the Intensive Care Unit with a Comprehensive Approach: A Policymaking Manual. Antibiotics , 12 (8), 1255. Wakefield, M., Williams, D. R., & Le Menestrel, S. (2021). The future of nursing 2020-2030: Charting a path to achieve health equity . National Academy of Sciences.

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