Illinois nurse shortage fix is blocked by unions – Illinois Policy

The shortage is projected to swell to 15,000 by the end of this year and will likely continue to worsen. More than half of Illinois’ nurses are over age 55, so widespread retirements within the next decade and an aging population will increase staffing demands.
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Deb
11 months ago

IL doesn’t need to supplement nursing numbers by importing unqualified nurses.

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Mark F
11 months ago
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Who says these nurses are unqualified?

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Waggs
11 months ago
Reply to  Deb

The reverse could also be asked… who says other states want unqualified nurses from Illinois? I can’t tell if your comment is meant to be sarcastic or not. If not, it’s definitely ridiculous.

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Where's Mine ???
11 months ago

We don’t need no nurses nobody sent!

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