Nurses have seen a pay reduction of 8,000 since 2010, which has negatively affected recruitment and retention of nursing staff, especially among juniors. As tens of thousands vote in a pay award consultation, new research from the Royal College of Nursing indicates that declining wages should be a priority for the government, particularly to support its 10-Year Health Plan. Nursing professionals are struggling financially, which is deepening the workforce crisis and adversely influencing patient care due to the low awards received in recent evaluations.
Nurses' pay is 8,000 lower than if wages had kept pace with inflation since 2010, severely eroding earnings, particularly for junior staff and affecting recruitment.
The Royal College of Nursing stresses that addressing collapsing wages for new nurses is essential for recruitment and implementing the 10-Year Health Plan.
Patricia Marquis stated that nursing staff are tired of playing constant financial catch-up, often struggling with basic living costs like rent and housing.
Nursing is an incredible profession, but received one of the lowest awards this year, worsening the workforce crisis and affecting patient care.
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