The Financial Impact of Staffing Shortages in Hospitals

Healthcare staffing shortages have emerged as a critical and chronic challenge with far-reaching consequences. Hospitals face many issues when grappling with inadequate staffing levels. Beyond the immediate concerns for patient care, the financial repercussions of hospital staffing shortages are profound and demand closer examination. Increased Overtime Costs One of the most immediate financial impacts of…

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Staffing Shortages Fuel Locum Tenens Needs

Despite falling COVID-19 cases and 150 million Americans fully vaccinated, healthcare facilities continue to face severe staffing shortages.  What once used to be a short-term solution for providers that went on vacation or took sick leave, facilities are now using Locum Tenens providers to staff vacant openings that are a key part of their medical…

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