What steps can we take to address the nursing shortage? Briefly define the series of events that led to the nursing shortage. Reflect on your future role as a nurse or healthcare employee in the midst of a nursing shortage crisis.

Assignment Description: This assignment will be at least 1500 words or more

This week you will reflect upon the effects of the nursing shortage to answer the following questions:

What steps can we take to address the nursing shortage?
Briefly define the series of events that led to the nursing shortage.
Reflect on your future role as a nurse or healthcare employee in the midst of a nursing shortage crisis.
How do you see the role of legislature contributing to safe staffing during a shortage?
Assignment Expectations:

Length:
1500-2000 words (6-8 pages); answers must thoroughly address the questions in a clear, concise manner
Structure:
Include a title page and reference page in APA style
References:
Two scholarly references are required; you should include the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions