Nurses offer vacations under the pressure of work

Some even have to return part of their vacation this year. V & VN writes this based on a survey of more than 2,600 nurses and caregivers. 62% of respondents see a worsening of the situation compared to last summer. At that time, a quarter of the hospitals had already been underpopulated. Institutions sought salvation when, among other things, retired caregivers

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Because of the shortage of staff, nurses and caretakers must make every effort to provide the same care. In summer, this shortage is more tangible and leads to situations such as many people who can go on vacation, have time off or consecutive services. Some health facilities are trying to compensate for the shortage by calling on health care providers in training during the summer months. Others weld a patient or let their office staff help them. This latest tip is a highlight of the 2018 Summer Monitor of NU & 91, which some institutions have taken to heart. The professional organization provides tips to prepare for the staff shortage in the summer of 2019, such as the temporary merger of departments and the granting of bonuses to employees who work during the holidays. summer.

Staff shortage

point of attention. According to a NOS visit to 63 health facilities, there are normally more than 1,500 full-time open nursing jobs, but this number increases in the summer to at least 1630. Certainly at least 277 FTEs remain open permanently during the holidays. In practice, these jobs are much more numerous, as part-time workers often work in district nursing.