It is projected that these shortages will only increase over the next decade, which is frightening to learn, especially as the population continues to grow and continue to live longer (Zinn et al., 2012). In order to have this issue improved, ideas have emerged to help to resolve the nursing shortage. This discussion not only presents itself with finding a remedy that will alleviate this, but also looks at the legality and policies that need to be in place in order to safe guard patients, and to ensure that the patients care is the number one priority. As there are many nursing acts that have been placed and policies within the hospital, there is still continued work to mandate and enforce the changes needed within each state, and to have the appropriate number of staff for the unit itself and the additional care that the patient may need to receive. In creating the positive changes to the work environment with the right number of staff, it is crucial to not eliminate other important resources that the staff may need as a way to save on certain
It is projected that these shortages will only increase over the next decade, which is frightening to learn, especially as the population continues to grow and continue to live longer (Zinn et al., 2012). In order to have this issue improved, ideas have emerged to help to resolve the nursing shortage. This discussion not only presents itself with finding a remedy that will alleviate this, but also looks at the legality and policies that need to be in place in order to safe guard patients, and to ensure that the patients care is the number one priority. As there are many nursing acts that have been placed and policies within the hospital, there is still continued work to mandate and enforce the changes needed within each state, and to have the appropriate number of staff for the unit itself and the additional care that the patient may need to receive. In creating the positive changes to the work environment with the right number of staff, it is crucial to not eliminate other important resources that the staff may need as a way to save on certain