Social, health, and wellbeing challenges facing older nurses and midwives
The global nursing and midwifery workforce is undergoing a profound demographic shift, with an increasing proportion approaching retirement age.1 This trend is pronounced in high-income countries like Australia, where an ageing population is simultaneously increasing demand for healthcare.2 In Australia, 38% of nurses and midwives are over the age of 45 years.3 Older nurses and […]