Author: Andrew Cox

In recent years, the South Carolina Lowcountry has been grappling with a significant nursing shortage, posing a threat to Beaufort and Jasper County’s hospitals. The South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI) was founded in 2021 to provide local primary care nurses with financial support so they could continue living and working in the Lowcountry. Since …

When we think of healthcare, doctors often take center stage in our minds, but we mustn’t overlook the incredible contributions of nurses. These dedicated professionals play a critical role in patient care and the smooth functioning of the healthcare system. While their primary responsibility is to provide compassionate and skilled nursing care, their impact extends …

The future of the Lowcountry’s healthcare system is uncertain as it grapples with a critical nursing shortage. As the region experiences rapid population growth and an aging demographic, the demand for healthcare services is reaching unprecedented levels. However, the scarcity of nurses threatens to undermine the quality of care, patient outcomes, and the overall stability …

Despite the Lowcountry being one of the country’s fastest-growing economies, Beaufort and Jasper Counties are at the brunt of a nationwide nursing shortage. As the demand for quality healthcare rises, the limited number of nurses available to meet the needs of the community is becoming increasingly evident. The Magnitude of the Nursing Shortage According to …