APPLYING CARING SCIENCE TO REDUCE STAFF BURNOUT AND IMPROVE RETENTION.
Significance & Background: Historically, staffing and retention in nursing have posed ongoing significant challenges in the healthcare labor market. The aging population and advancements in medical care are increasing the demand for nursing staff. Today, healthcare leaders must not only cultivate th...
| Publicado en: | Oncology Nursing Forum Vol. 53; no. 2; pp. 29 - 31 |
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Oncology Nursing Society
Mar2026
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