Nursing in the Americas: On May 13, 2025, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) will hold a significant event in honor of International Nurses Day.
This year’s theme, “Nursing in the Americas: Evidence and Strategies for a Sustainable Workforce,” underscores nurses’ vital role in healthcare systems and the urgent need to address the profession’s challenges [1].
Event Details
Title: Webinar: Nursing in America: Evidence and Strategies for a Sustainable Workforce
Date: May 13, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm (EDT)
Languages: English, Portuguese, and Spanish (with interpretation)
Current Scenario of Nursing in America
There are approximately 7.4 million nursing employees in the US. Despite this large workforce, several challenges remain:
- Uneven distribution
- Educational gap
- Limited professional development
- Working conditions
- Advanced practice roles
- Migration trends
- Disparities in the availability of nursing professionals in urban and rural areas.
- Differences in nursing education and training standards.
- Lack of opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.
- Inadequate work environments and support systems.
- Low adoption and integration of advanced nursing practices.
- High rates of nurse migration impact workforce stability.
These factors decrease retention rates in the nursing profession and make the nursing profession less attractive to new entrants.
Read more: International Nurses Day
How to Participate
Healthcare professionals, policymakers, educators, and stakeholders are encouraged to join the webinar to participate in meaningful discussions and contribute to shaping the future of nursing in the region. To register and learn more about the event, visit the official PAHO event page: Registration
Join us in honoring and empowering nurses to build a healthier future for all.
