Optimizing Staff Utilization: Effective Scheduling and Deployment of Internal Resources

Healthcare leaders should consider these five elements when integrating nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) on a multi-disciplinary team.In working with academic and organizational healthcare leaders nationwide, we have had many discussions on the topic of team building.

Healthcare Recruiters and Hiring managers who have clarity of the role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) can achieve their recruitment and retention goals. When there is role clarity for NPs and PAs in job descriptions during team interviews and when the provider joins the team, the providers can choose satisfying roles that provide a higher return on investment in the role.

As healthcare professionals look for new ways to serve patients and stop the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus in the United States, politicians and insurers have turned to telemedicine to provide care to patients in their homes. The federal government has taken steps to expand and facilitate the use of telemedicine, particularly through Medicare.

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.

Managing employee attendance and time sheets is one of the biggest challenges for healthcare companies and in the current remote scenario. Employees are an essential part of healthcare organizations, but at the same time can cost a fortune if their timesheets are not properly managed.

A successful job post should be accurate, original, and up-to-date. This job posting guide will show you how to post jobs and attract top talent. Follow this step-by-step guide by DirectShifts to learn how to write a great healthcare job ad and where to post it to reach more high-quality candidates.