Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

North Carolina Faces 22% Nurse Shortage: Solutions Emerge

7/19/2025

50 4

Summary

Story summary

North Carolina is bracing for a staggering 22% shortage of registered nurses over the next decade, risking increased medical errors and staff burnout. Innovative nursing apprenticeships, such as the one at Surry Community College, are paving the way for local students to gain paid clinical experience while receiving free education, strengthening community bonds and tackling healthcare workforce issues head-on.

1 of 1

Story summary

North Carolina is bracing for a staggering 22% shortage of registered nurses over the next decade, risking increased medical errors and staff burnout. Innovative nursing apprenticeships, such as the one at Surry Community College, are paving the way for local students to gain paid clinical experience while receiving free education, strengthening community bonds and tackling healthcare workforce issues head-on.