Addressing the Nursing Shortage: The Need for More Nurse Educators

Efforts to Expand the Nursing Workforce: The Role of Educator Recruitment Published by MedCity News on August 3, 2025 The proposed "Train More Nurses Act" aims to tackle the ongoing nursing shortage by urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Labor to evaluate existing nursing grant initiatives. The goal is to identify strategies to boost faculty numbers at nursing schools nationwide, with a focus on underserved regions. With over four decades of experience in nursing and nursing education, I can attest that working as a nurse educator is both fulfilling and impactful. However, it also highlights a critical threat facing our healthcare system: a growing shortage of qualified nurses across the country, affecting hospitals, clinics, and community health services. Addressing this issue requires immediate policy action to expand educator roles and training programs, ensuring we can meet the increasing demand for quality nursing care.