Obviously, there is a significant shortage of nurses and that shortage is predicted to worsen rapidly over the next twenty years. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services studies, it is estimated that in the year 2020 there will be a nationwide shortage of 500,000 nurses. So, it stands to reason that with the shortage of nurses, there will also be a shortage of CRNA's. Although, of course not at the same magnitude, I believe the shortage of CRNA's, given the supply and demand, will parallel the nursing shortage. I was wondering if anybody has any information about the statistics in your areas. I am particularly interested in the statistics for the Southeastern United States. I haven't had much luck in finding this specific information. Also, I was wondering, does anybody know the vacancy rates for positions in your areas and how long it actually takes to fill a position for a CRNA? If anyone knows where I might find this information, other than contacting facilities, I would love to have any input...
thanks-kk
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