Jobs in demand: The pros and cons of becoming a nurse in Ontario
Jobs in demand: The pros and cons of becoming a nurse in Ontario
Many nurses consider the profession a calling, but the country is facing a job shortage By Julia Mastroianni
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In the era of COVID-19, it’s no surprise nurses place in the top 10 on most lists of fastest-growing and highest-demand jobs.
But as demand grows, the pandemic has only put more pressure on the understaffed hospital units. A study released by the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario in January found that 34 per cent of RPNs surveyed are considering leaving the profession.