Introduction and objective: Nursing is a profession that faces numerous challenges, one of which is migration. In the Republic of Croatia, there is a chronic shortage of nurses and technicians precisely because of their exodus to more developed countries that offer better working conditions, wages and advancement. For this reason, research was conducted that results in a better understanding of the dynamic situation in the health care system. In order to achieve the goal of the conducted research, data is collected by surveying the job satisfaction of nurses and technicians in the homeland and abroad and their quality of life. The research also focuses on how the migration of nurses and technicians affects the quality of healthcare delivery to patients. Methods: The research was conducted through an online survey that was forwarded via the Facebook platform to nurses/technicians in the Republic of Croatia and those abroad. It was created using a Google Forms form. The survey was conducted from August 30, 2024. until 15.09.2024. and was completely anonymous. Sociodemographic data were filled in by all respondents, after which they answered questions depending on which group of nurses they belong to. Results: Data from the survey indicate that a total of 173 nurses and technicians participated in the survey, with a significant percentage of respondents from the Republic of Croatia (66.5%). Abroad, the results are as follows: Germany (30%), Austria (29%) and Switzerland (16%). The largest number of respondents is female between the ages of 25 and 36. With regard to the ratings of satisfaction with the quality of life and work, it can be seen that all claims of foreign respondents were rated significantly better when comparing those who work in the Republic of Croatia. 24.9% of Croatian respondents would leave the Republic of Croatia. 4% of respondents who decided to return to their home country had previous experience of living and working abroad. If working conditions were better in the Republic of Croatia, half of the nurses who are abroad would return, and 25.9% of them would never return. Conclusion: Reforms of Croatian healthcare and nursing education are needed in order to reduce their outflow. Increasing wages and improving working conditions are key aspects in retaining nurses and other health professionals. In addition, it is also important to invest in professional development and provide additional benefits that could encourage them to stay in the country. In addition to financial factors, the working environment, support of colleagues and hospital management, and recognition of their work are also important.