In 2025, federal lawmakers advanced significant healthcare legislation that has already started to reshape the regulatory, financial, and operational environment for providers, health systems, and payers. For healthcare leaders, this year’s legislative activity is less about isolated policy tweaks and more about systemic shifts that affect access, workforce stability, reimbursement, [...]
As we wrap up the year, the Ensearch team would like to express our sincere appreciation for your partnership and to wish you a prosperous 2026. The commitment and perseverance you exhibit in your profession continue to motivate our work. We're grateful for the opportunity to assist with your full-time [...]
As the healthcare workforce evolves, a new generation of neonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs) is entering the scene. Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, now represents a growing share of the nursing pipeline. For healthcare leaders, attracting this cohort calls for an understanding of what inspires them to join, and [...]
Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) care for premature and critically ill newborns, where every decision carries high stakes. For healthcare leaders, the challenge is not only ensuring top-quality clinical care but also creating systems that help providers make faster, more precise decisions. Data analytics has emerged as a powerful tool [...]
In neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), preparation is everything. Simulation training has long been a tool for healthcare teams to refine their skills in high-pressure, high-stakes situations. But with the integration of advanced simulation technologies and data-driven insights, NICU training is evolving into a powerful catalyst for both improved patient [...]
As fall approaches, the team at ENSEARCH is eagerly looking ahead towards two of the neonatal nursing community’s largest gatherings: National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) 41st Annual Conference Florida Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (FANNP) 2025 Conference This year, ENSEARCH will be exhibiting at both events, and we are [...]
When it comes to neonatal care, timely access to specialized medical expertise can make all the difference for vulnerable newborns. For many hospitals — particularly those in rural or underserved areas — ensuring that critically ill or premature infants receive expert care often requires complex and costly patient transfers. But [...]
In the coming years, a wave of retirements is likely to wash over neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). With factors such as an aging workforce and burnout, a good portion of neonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs) will be leaving their positions, at the very moment overall NP employment is projected to [...]
In neonatal care, clinical excellence is non-negotiable. Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs) are on the front lines, managing fragile lives and making critical decisions daily. For healthcare organizations, supporting the continuing education of NNPs isn’t simply a professional courtesy; it’s a strategic investment with tangible returns. From improved patient outcomes to [...]
Like much of the healthcare sector, the neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) workforce is facing a critical challenge: burnout and retention issues amplified by the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The demanding nature of caring for the most vulnerable patient population, combined with systemic staffing shortages and emotional strain, has [...]
