A well-structured orientation program promotes competency and retention for newly hired NNPs. It prepares new hires to perform their job as effectively as possible, setting the foundation for success for both the healthcare organization and the employee. Here, we share some guidelines you can use to create an effective orientation [...]

Having diversity among your providers is important within the NICU. Cultural factors influence how families interact with NICU staff, including language and customs. For parents who are already experiencing the exhaustion and emotional toll of having a baby in the NICU, being able to maintain consistent communication and establish trust [...]

Recruiting for healthcare staff is challenging right now, and specialized roles like NNPs are certainly no exception. While staffing challenges persist, healthcare organizations that work to build and strengthen their employer branding may have the best odds of recruiting top talent. Here’s a closer look into how you can make [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

In recent years, hospitals have experienced a number of challenges that have left healthcare workers, patients, and their families feeling overwhelmed. From COVID-19 to staffing shortages, the healthcare landscape has become emotionally charged. As frustrations rise among patients, it’s become more imperative than ever that healthcare staff remains protected. Unfortunately, [...]

Healthcare staffing shortages continue to be an issue for hospitals, and unfortunately, there’s no sign of a dramatic turnaround in sight. While hospitals must deploy creative recruiting, hiring, and retention strategies to ensure they’re as well-staffed as possible, one other important area to address is planning for coverage. Time-to-fill for [...]