The role of the neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) is still fairly new in healthcare. The earliest NICUs were only developed in the mid-1900s, and it wasn’t until the 1970s that the first NNPs first appeared in the U.S. As many of the pioneering NNPs have reached or are approaching retirement [...]
The staffing crisis continues to be a critical concern for healthcare organizations, with many looking to creative solutions for meeting their ongoing staffing needs. For an increasing number of hospitals, the answer lies in locum tenens staffing. Below, we take a closer look into industry trends and why this staffing [...]
As an NNP, your skills are in demand and you play an invaluable role in providing the best level of care for NICU patients. While many hospitals are facing budgetary constraints, they need staff like you to continue achieving optimal patient outcomes. To that end, you may be in a [...]
When recruiting NNPs and other healthcare staff, it’s critical to make sure you’re sending the right messages to candidates. While miscommunications can usually be cleared up quickly, in the early exchanges with prospective employees, impressions matter. Even a seemingly small misunderstanding could have a major impact on your candidates’ perspective. [...]
The staffing crisis is having a widespread impact on the healthcare industry, with many organizations feeling its effects irrespective of location and type of care. For NNPs and other advanced practitioners, these staffing shortages ultimately mean job security for the foreseeable future. Yet, what does this mean specifically for locum [...]
Whether you’re finishing up school to become an NNP or you’re in an existing role and looking to get hired elsewhere, finding a new job or relocating can be overwhelming. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be. Working with a recruiter will lighten your load and provide [...]
According to a 2020 study, nearly a quarter of all physicians have experienced recent mistreatment. The most common source of the mistreatment is patients and their visitors. Unsurprisingly, the study also confirms that poor treatment of medical professionals is linked to higher levels of occupational distress. Yet, healthcare workers who [...]
The nursing shortage has become a significant burden to the medical community. While new NNPs entering the field can help to address the shortage, one barrier to getting students the clinical experience they need is the shortage of preceptors. Of course, the preceptor shortage is partially a result of the [...]
In the face of the healthcare employment crisis, many hospitals are cutting benefits and other areas of their budgets to control costs. Retaining healthcare workers remains a critical priority, but traditional incentives like raises and bonuses currently aren’t an option. Fortunately, there are still ways you can retain your providers [...]
Amid the healthcare staffing crisis, it’s more important than ever for healthcare recruiters to be strategic about how they use their time. Instead of working more hours or cramming more work into your existing schedule, you can work smarter by leveraging a few key tips. Here are a few points [...]
