Uncategorized Why is the Turnover Rate High for Nurses? Analyzing the Structure of “Harsh Night Shifts,” “Pressure of Responsibility for Life,” and “Stress from Interpersonal Relations Due to High Workload”
Nursing is a highly specialized profession that serves as the core of the medical team, supporting patients' lives and well-being. However, due to its harsh working environment, it is one of the professions with a high turnover rate. The biggest factors are the irregular and physically demanding night shift system, the immense mental pressure associated with patient crises and life support, and the excessive workload due to chronic staff shortages. While high professionalism and ethical standards are demanded, the difficult working conditions accelerate the exhaustion of the mind and body.This article provides a detailed explanation of the factors leading to the high turnover rate in this profession, examining them from four perspectives: working conditions, compensation/benefits, workload, and career development.