Dive into Our Debut Issue!
November 2024, Volume 1 | Issue 1
Welcome to Workforce Pulse! Each month, we bring you the latest and greatest insights in healthcare workforce management and staffing optimization. From innovative strategies to real-world success stories, you’ll always have a pulse on what’s happening in the ever-evolving healthcare staffing industry.
Industry Fodder
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Inside ShiftMed
Now Supplying Allied Healthcare Professionals On Demand
We're expanding our on-demand workforce to include labor and delivery nurses and allied health professionals, ensuring our partners can provide comprehensive patient care across specialized operations. Learn More >>
Enhancing Nurse Work-Life Balance in Northern Nevada
Carson Tahoe Health and ShiftMed recently joined forces to improve the work-life balance for nurses in Northern Nevada, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing critical workforce issues. Learn More >>
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Tech Talk
Embracing AI and ML to Address Workforce Challenges
Healthcare workforce management is under strain from rising demand, an aging population, and a shortage of specialized staff. Uneven worker distribution worsens the issue, creating a gap between staffing and patient needs. Traditional scheduling methods often lack the flexibility and adaptability required.
A recent study on how machine learning (ML) models can improve healthcare workforce allocation to handle changing demands recommends that healthcare facilities adopt and implement machine learning for staff scheduling, design, and operations.
AI and ML are transforming healthcare, sparking excitement and concern among leaders. While these innovations promise to revolutionize patient care and operations, fears about job security persist. However, this article explains how these technologies are reshaping, not replacing, the healthcare workforce.
Workforce Wisdom
An optimal healthcare staffing model that aligns with your hospital's goals, patient needs, and nursing staff well-being is essential for maintaining high standards of care. Here's what you need to know…continue reading
Trending Topics
Innovative Flexible Staffing Models
Discover the top three models helping hospitals optimize resources, improve patient care, and reduce burnout among healthcare professionals. Read Article >>
The New Healthcare Paradigm
Explore how hospitals and health systems can achieve the delicate balance of financial efficiency and superior patient care. Read Article >>
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