Nursing shortage leads to ‘open to emergencies only’ policy in northern Manitoba“We’re seeing younger nurses leaving the system. They come into the system and realize this isn’t what they signed up for.”
Jackson said nurses are experiencing unsustainable workloads and mandated overtime, which, combined with relatively lacklustre salaries and benefits, has them seeking employment in other provinces.Doctors warn staffing shortage could shutter Manitoba multiple sclerosis clinic “We’re losing nurses with tons of experience and skills that could be mentoring these young new nurses,” she said.
“If we lose the experienced staff we’re not going to have anyone to do that, and if we continue to lose the new grads and lose nurses to the agencies and the private sector, we’re not going to be able to turn this ship around.”