Contract labor top tips
CONTRACT LABOR
In cases of dynamic volumes, flexible labor options are needed to ensure we schedule the right number of nurses in the right place, at the right time.
EMBEDDED CONTRACT LABOR
Contract labor is often defined as “embedded” when the same contractor is in the same role for more than 26 weeks. How long has your most tenured traveler worked in your hospital?
MICRO MANAGEMENT
When more than 10% of staff are contractors, it can be challenging to hardwire critical processes impacting culture, quality, and patient satisfaction. Our recent article (linked below) reviews how attentive management can support cost-effective utilization of premium labor resources.
www.caracookconsulting.com/blog/when-is-it-a-good-idea-to-use-contract-labor