Extended Nurse Work Hours and Patient Safety: Effects and Solutions
Relias
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
While most healthcare organizations have eight-hour shifts, many hospitals have relied on 12-hour shifts since the 1970s. But the effect of long nurse work hours on patient safety is an area of concern. With a projected shortfall of over 200,000 nurses by 2030 , hospitals can’t afford to lose staff members.
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