Stepping into a 12-hour nursing shift is like embarking on a marathon where every mile matters to patient outcomes, team dynamics, and your personal wellbeing. Whether you’re a nursing leader weighing scheduling options or a frontline nurse navigating your career path, the extended shift model brings both powerful benefits and significant challenges that deserve thoughtful […]
How to Handle Nurse Call Offs During the Holiday Season
The holiday season brings unique staffing challenges for healthcare facilities, with nurse call-offs increasing by up to 30% during the Thanksgiving and Christmas periods. Sure, you don’t want to diminish the Holiday spirit and this is typically a season when illnesses spread so you don’t want to invalidate sick time. However, you also have to […]
Cost of Nurse Turnover in Healthcare Facilities
When it comes to healthcare facility management, nurse turnover isn’t just a staffing hiccup—it’s a financial tsunami that can wash away your bottom line. The average cost of replacing a single registered nurse ranges from $40,000 to $64,000, creating ripple effects that impact everything from patient care to operational efficiency. For healthcare facilities already navigating […]
9 Ways to Create a Positive Work Environment for Nurses
In today’s healthcare landscape, creating a positive work environment for nurses is not just a nicety—it’s a necessity. Nursing managers and directors of nursing hold the key to unlocking the full potential of their teams, and it all starts with fostering a workplace where nurses feel valued, supported, and empowered. A positive nursing environment leads […]
