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'They're Our Best Recruiters': How the On-Demand Staffing Model Builds Relationships in Nursing

Analysis  |  By G Hatfield  
   October 11, 2024

Nurses being recruited by their peers is key to the success of this staffing model, according to this CNO.

HealthLeaders spoke to Jennifer Garnica, vice president of nursing and chief nursing officer at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, St. Louis, about how the W-2 on-demand staffing model at SSM Health is a win-win for health systems, nurses, and patients. Tune in to hear her insights. 

G Hatfield is the CNO editor for HealthLeaders.


KEY TAKEAWAYS

Healthcare and nursing have changed drastically since the pandemic because of telehealth and the expectation of flexible scheduling.

SSM Health has converted over 100 on-demand nurses to full-time staff using the on-demand staffing model.

The outcomes of the on-demand model include boosts in morale, loyalty, longevity, and cost savings in recruiting and onboarding.


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