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Exploring Career Paths: What do nurses do when they get older?

According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, about 50% of the working U.S. nurses are over 50 years old. This wealth of experience doesn't disappear; it evolves, with many older nurses transitioning to less physically demanding yet profoundly rewarding roles. So, what do nurses do when they get older? The answer is as diverse as the nurses themselves, leveraging their skills in new and impactful ways.