A new survey by a statewide hospital group says the staffing shortage at Pennsylvania hospitals is improving.
The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania found the vacancy rate for some jobs, such as registered nurses, actually was cut in half last year. Nearly all hospitals surveyed said they have been raising pay and offering more flexible work schedules.
Nearly 90 percent of hospitals also reported offering professional development opportunities or tuition reimbursement to attract new nurses.
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