Massachusetts—like several other states across the country—has been facing a nursing shortage for years. The Covid-19 pandemic has made that shortage even more acute, as nurses report dangerous conditions and high workloads.
Hospitals say they are laser-focused on recruiting and retaining staff as a result, which is reflected in recent contract negotiations trends of higher salary bumps, more benefits, and staffing protections.
But just how bad is the shortage? What can be done? And how is…
