Turnover runs high at 22% for early-career nurses: Press Ganey

Becker’s Hospital Review – Tuesday, May 12, 2026
By Paige Twenter

In 2025, the average U.S. hospital lost $5.19 million from registered nurse turnover. Financially and operationally, a persistently high turnover rate among early-career nurses presents a growing risk for the industry, according to Press Ganey’s “State of Nursing 2026” report.

The report, published May 11, analyzed data from 422,761 registered nurses and 41,279 advanced practice providers across the U.S. While Press Ganey found increased engagement and resilience among RNs, it also found few improvements in retention.

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