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What Does ‘Low Census’ Mean in Healthcare?

Low census is a phrase that can make any hospital or long-term care leader lose sleep. It refers to those periods when patient volume drops unexpectedly low, leaving units overstaffed and budgets in shambles.  In simple terms, “low census” means your facility has...

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Why Healthcare Recruiting Is So Hard Right Now

Healthcare recruiting has never been simple, but today’s challenges go far beyond a tight labor market. Hospitals, long-term care facilities, and rehab organizations are facing a combination of workforce shortages, clinician burnout, and structural hiring limitations...

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Nurse Recruiting Strategies That Actually Attract Talent

Nurse recruiting has become one of the most pressing challenges in healthcare. Despite competitive pay and expanded benefits, many hospitals continue to struggle with persistent vacancies, high turnover, and limited applicant pools. The issue is not a lack of effort,...

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Healthcare Recruiting Strategies That Work in Today’s Market

Healthcare recruiting is constantly changing, but lately it’s taken a shift that has hit the industry hard. What worked five years ago doesn’t deliver the same results in a market that’s defined by massive workforce shortages, clinician burnout, and increasing demand...

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How to Create a Fair Low Census Policy for Your Facility

Sending staff home early during a low census can stir a lot of tension amongst staff.  When patient volume drops, hospitals, long-term care (LTC), and rehab facilities feel overstaffed and have to send staff home. Without a plan, decisions can feel chaotic or...

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