Welcome to the ShiftMed blog where we discuss everything nursing, from professional insights to healthcare holidays to helpful hints for working with us.
When you claim shifts with ShiftMed, you're part of a team working as a W-2 employee—not a 1099 lone wolf. Unsure of the differences between W-2 employees and 1099 contractors? Don't worry; we'll break it down in the simplest, most entertaining way possible and discuss how these employment classifications influence your payroll taxes.
If your nursing home is concerned about meeting the new minimum nurse staffing requirements set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), there's no need to worry about limiting admissions—ShiftMed can help you navigate these changes seamlessly.
Healthcare organizations face significant challenges in managing staffing levels and controlling overtime costs. These challenges can lead to financial strain, decreased employee morale, and compromised patient care. Predictive analytics healthcare offers a solution by providing data-driven insights that help optimize staffing levels and minimize overtime. This article explores the impact of overtime costs, the role of predictive analytics solutions in workforce management, and strategies for implementing data-driven scheduling to improve staffing efficiency and reduce expenses.
Nursing faces an imminent crisis, with over 610,000 RNs projected to exit the profession by 2027 due to stress, burnout, and retirement. This exodus poses a significant threat to patient care nationwide, demanding urgent attention from hospital and health system leaders.
Are your nurse schedulers feeling the strain of managing multiple staffing agencies? Are they overwhelmed by the complexities of coordinating healthcare staffing while striving to stay efficient and within budget? If your answers are yes and yes, your organization should consider using a healthcare managed service provider or MSP.
Introducing a flexible nurse staffing and scheduling system into your healthcare organization is no longer an option. It's imperative for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and optimal patient care. And believe it or not, creating work flexibility for your nursing staff doesn't have to be costly or complicated.
Staffing nurses in a long-term acute care hospital is like conducting a symphony, with the chief nursing officer orchestrating the delicate balance between providing seamless care, retaining skilled staff, and adhering to budgetary constraints. So, what happens when there are not enough nurses to fill shifts?
