Indeed, a global hiring and matching platform, unveils compelling data spotlighting a surge in Indian nursing talent seeking international roles. According to recent data from Indeed, there has been a significant increase of 38% in job searches for “nurse” jobs from India with an interest in global opportunities, spanning the last three years from October 2020 to 2023.
The McKinsey Frontline Workforce Survey highlights the global shortage of nursing professionals due to early retirements, limited new entrants, and career shifts. The pandemic-induced burnout has further exacerbated this talent scarcity, leading to extended work hours and many nurses opting for gig work for flexibility. India’s interest in pursuing “Nurse” roles abroad has seen a steady annual increase, with a 4% increase from 2020-21, a 9% surge from 2021-22, and a 22% rise from 2022-23.
States are organizing job fairs to attract nursing enthusiasts, offering global opportunities. Indian nurses earn an average of 2.6 lakhs per annum, and countries like Germany collaborate to encourage overseas education. The US, UK, Canada, and Japan also invite Indian nurses.Sashi Kumar, Head of Sales at Indeed India, remarked, “By embracing global opportunities, nurses not only alleviate staffing shortages but also enrich their professional journey.”
