Health System Staffing Solutions Aligned with C-Suite Priorities
Many health system executives are concerned about healthcare labor cost reduction and improving operational efficiency. So, if you're looking for innovative health system staffing solutions that drive significant savings and optimize workforce operations, you've come to the right place.
ShiftMed delivers healthcare workforce solutions that align with key C-suite objectives. Before we explore how these solutions work, let’s take a look at some current industry statistics that underscore the urgent need for comprehensive staffing strategies across today’s health systems.
According to the American Hospital Association's 2024 Cost of Caring Report, hospital labor costs surged by over $42.5 billion, reaching $839 billion and accounting for nearly 60% of the average hospital's expenses. Hospitals increasingly relied on costly contract labor to fill staffing gaps and ensure care access, spending around $51.1 billion on contracted staff in 2023.
Furthermore, FTI Consulting recently surveyed 200 hospital executives and found that nearly half (49%) believe their hospitals aren't fully prepared to deal with current patient volumes. Not only that 29% have changed their operating model because of potential workforce issues.
The future of healthcare demands more than stopgap solutions—it requires a strategic workforce partner that blends advanced technology with flexible, on-demand nursing support.
A Dual-Advantage Partner in Health System Staffing Solutions
ShiftMed doesn’t just streamline workforce operations—it powers them. We combine innovative workforce management technology that simplifies scheduling, forecasting, and compliance with the ability to rapidly deploy local, credentialed per diem nurses when and where you need them most. This integrated model empowers operational and clinical leaders to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain care quality.
Here's what you can expect from our health system staffing solutions:
A single platform that creates, adjusts, and tracks staff schedules across departments or locations.
Digital tools that monitor staffing levels, employee availability, and patient needs in real time.
Local, credentialed W-2 nurses who provide clinical support when and where it's needed.
AI and data analytics that predict staffing needs and optimize resource allocation.
Automation that reduces administrative burdens on clinical staff for increased job satisfaction.
Automated payroll and compliance that ensures timely payments and adherence to labor laws.
Cloud-based credentialing that makes it easy for nurses to manage their required documentation.
ShiftMed Value for Chief Nursing Officers
Today’s CNO is under pressure to deliver high-quality patient care while navigating complex staffing challenges and operational demands. ShiftMed supports this leadership by providing a health system staffing solutions that empowers CNOs to optimize staffing, control costs, and ensure safe, consistent care.
Staffing Flexibility: Our solutions adjust staffing levels based on patient demand, ensuring health systems can meet care needs during peak times and prevent overstaffing during slow periods.
Cost Efficiency: Our solutions provide direct access to credentialed RNs, LPNs, and CNAs ready to fill scheduling gaps as needed, lowering overtime costs and reducing travel nurse contracts.
Improved Job Satisfaction: Our solutions promote flexible staffing models that balance staff workloads, helping reduce nurse burnout and turnover for a more sustainable workforce.
Informed Hiring Decisions: Fill scheduling gaps with ShiftMed nurses and evaluate them for permanent roles, building a more skilled and cohesive team. Hire the right nurse for free.
ShiftMed Value for Chief Information Officers
As the driving force behind digital transformation, today’s CIO is focused on implementing forward-thinking strategies and scalable technologies that improve system-wide efficiency. ShiftMed supports this vision with an innovative workforce platform that integrates seamlessly with existing systems, delivering data-driven insights and operational agility to meet evolving healthcare demands.
Data-driven Insights: Analytics and AI-driven tools help predict staffing needs, enabling more proactive decision-making and resource allocation.
Interoperability: Our solutions integrate with existing payroll, scheduling, and HRIS platforms, making it easier to manage shifts, track credentials, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Ease of Use: Staff and administrators can easily navigate our intuitive user interface, reducing their learning curve and improving adoption rates across the organization.
Scalability: Our solutions scale across departments and entire health systems, supporting a CIO's focus on growth and implementing solutions that evolve with an organization's needs.
ShiftMed Value for Chief Financial Officers
As a CFO, managing labor costs while maintaining financial sustainability is a top priority. ShiftMed helps CFOs achieve this by providing a flexible, cost-effective workforce solution that drives operational efficiency, optimizes staffing, and supports long-term financial health—all without sacrificing care quality.
Cost Savings: Our solutions reduce the need for expensive travel nurses and overtime by providing access to an on-demand workforce at a lower cost.
Reduced Turnover: Our solutions promote a flexible work environment that increases nurse job satisfaction and higher retention levels.
No Placement Fees: Health systems can hire ShiftMed nurses and healthcare professionals for free, saving money on recruitment costs.
Improved Financial Forecasting: Our workforce technology offers data and analytics, helping predict labor costs, optimize resource allocation, and better manage budgets.
Health System Staffing Solutions Conclusion
In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, it’s crucial for health systems to adopt innovative staffing solutions that balance cost control with high-quality patient care. ShiftMed provides the ideal partnership to help health systems navigate these challenges, offering a seamless combination of advanced technology and on-demand nursing support.
From improving operational efficiency and reducing labor costs to enhancing nurse satisfaction and maintaining care quality, ShiftMed empowers healthcare leaders across the C-suite to make smarter, data-driven decisions. By moving away from traditional, expensive staffing methods and embracing a more agile, integrated approach, health systems can position themselves for sustainable success in an increasingly complex environment. The future of healthcare staffing is here—it's time to embrace it with ShiftMed.
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