Implementing an in-house RN staffing pool offers numerous benefits, but it's crucial to navigate the complex legal and regulatory landscape to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. This blog explores the key legal and regulatory considerations specific to RN staffing within an internal resource pool.

A well-structured onboarding process is crucial for the success of your internal locum program. It sets the stage for a positive experience, ensures compliance, and ultimately contributes to quality patient care. Here are the best practices for onboarding internal locum physicians, advanced practitioners (NPs/PAs), and RNs.

This blog explores how RNs contribute to continuity of care within an in-house staffing program.

The U.S. healthcare industry is facing a staffing crisis of epic proportions, fueled by an aging population, increased demand for care, and an exodus of healthcare professionals. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the U.S. could face a shortage of up to 124,000 physicians by 2034. Registered nurses aren't immune either, with the American Nurses Association projecting more than 1 million RNs will retire by 2030.

The U.S. healthcare system is facing a staffing crisis of unprecedented scale. A recent report from McKinsey & Company predicts a shortage of 200,000 to 450,000 registered nurses (RNs) by 2025, while the demand for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) is expected to surge by 40% in the same period. The Bureau of Labor Statistics paints an equally bleak picture for medical technicians, forecasting a 5% decline in the workforce by 2031. This translates to a potential loss of over 29,000 technicians in the coming years.

Hospital administrators working remotely are leading a necessary cultural shift. Staff in doctors offices, small clinics, and major health systems alike have suddenly found themselves separated from their essential clinical workers due to the high risk of COVID-19. Until now, most medical facilities haven't had cause to develop culture and practices that support remote work.