Nursing White Paper May 1, 2025

2025 Survey of Registered Nurses

Discover what over 12,000 nurses nationwide are saying about the state of their profession—and what it means for the future of healthcare.

AMN Healthcare’s 2025 Survey of Registered Nurses provides an in-depth look at the shifting landscape of nursing, offering critical insights into the career plans, workplace preferences, and personal challenges of today’s nurses. With approximately 4.2 million actively employed nurses in the U.S., understanding their voices is essential to shaping stronger, more sustainable healthcare systems.

The Report Covers:
  • Changing career choices and workforce volatility
  • The impact of AI on nursing roles
  • Strategies to enhance nurse retention and satisfaction
  • Self-directed scheduling and workplace innovations
  • Five actionable strategies to improve nurse satisfaction, engagement, and retention
What’s Next for Nursing? Key Stats You Need to Know
  • Shifting Career Plans - 61% of nurses plan to make a career change within the next year—whether that’s switching jobs, departments, schedules, or even retiring.
  • Flexible Scheduling Matters - 81% say flexible schedules would improve their working conditions.
  • Burnout & Compassion Fatigue Are Widespread - 58% feel burned out most days and 64% say compassion fatigue is impacting their health
  • Retaining Veteran Nurses - One-third are nearing retirement eligibility, but 77% would stay longer to the right opportunities.
Don’t Miss These Crucial Insights

Download the full 2025 Survey of Registered Nurses to gain a clearer understanding of the challenges—and opportunities—facing today’s nursing workforce.

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