Seeing the CMS nursing home minimum staffing rule move into its first deadlines this year — 3.48 HPRD and an RN on-site 24/7 — and our LTC partners are scrambling to staff up. Who else has seen this, and are you noticing any spillover in hospital recruitment or float coverage?
It’s definitely a scramble right now. We found that offering flexible scheduling options really helps attract staff, especially those considering both LTC and hospital roles. Have you noticed any effective strategies from your end?
It’s tough out there right now! Getting RNs on-site 24/7 is a real challenge. Have you considered partnerships with local nursing schools?