The ICAN Act aims to enhance healthcare access by allowing advanced practice registered nurses to practice independently, addressing workforce shortages and improving patient care nationwide.

Nurses at University Medical Center in New Orleans strike over patient safety, staffing shortages, and unsafe working conditions, demanding improved nurse-to-patient ratios and better workplace environments.

Recognizing progress in advancement services addresses nursing faculty recruitment challenges, promoting innovative strategies to enhance teaching and stabilize the nursing education pipeline amid workforce shortages.

Nurses advocated for critical issues at the 2025 WSNA Nurse Lobby Day, addressing staffing shortages, nurse well-being, and healthcare access in Washington state.

CMS updated nursing home survey guidelines, enhancing infection control, medication management, and health equity metrics, significantly impacting nursing responsibilities and care delivery standards.

CareTrust REIT acquired 77 skilled nursing facilities for $597 million, emphasizing consolidation, tech integration, and potential job growth amid challenges for smaller operators in rural areas.