J.V.H. Surgical Associates is a full-service medical staffing agency serving surgery centers and hospitals located throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
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12849 Galveston Court, Unit 320, Manassas, VA 20112
Often, medical facilities experience a shortage of staff at one time or another due to various reasons. During the coronavirus pandemic, for example, staff shortages became much more prevalent and the inquiries about nursing staff and other healthcare workers are in much higher demand. This is still the case and an end of staffing shortages doesn’t seem to be in sight.
The demand for healthcare workers is only expected to increase over the next several years. It is projected that by the year 2026, there will be a need for an additional 200,0000 nurses. If you are experiencing any of the signs below that your facility is short-staffed, it is imperative that you do everything necessary to fill positions.
Frequent errors are being made
As a result of your staff being overworked, frequent mistakes are bound to occur. A shortage of help means that staff will be rushing to accomplish all of the necessary tasks. To avoid consistent errors, it may be necessary to redistribute your staff’s shifts. As staff shortages are happening across the country, you will need to prioritize the positions that must be filled. This way, you can decide on the staff that you will need to hire in order to run more efficiently.
Staff members are burned out
If you notice your staff are asking for more days off, are short-tempered with coworkers or patients, and constantly seem tired, then you may be dealing with staff burnout. This can lead to increased turnover, and it may be challenging to hire or keep staff. In this case, it may be beneficial to use a staffing agency for temporary or long-term gaps. J.V.H. Surgical Staffing can be a valuable resource if you are looking to fill multiple open positions quickly.
Staff Cannot Give Enough Attention to Patients
As staff becomes more overworked, they will have less time to give quality care to patients. This will become apparent as patients will feel ignored. In extreme cases, the patients may start to complete tasks on their own, which is a risk to their safety and can become a legal risk. Quality care and ensuring your patients’ and staff members’ safety should be your top priorities. Look at your budget to see where it is feasible to hire additional staff. You may need to reduce spending in other areas to allow for new hires.
Staff is requesting more help
If an increasing number of staff members are requesting assistance, it is worth looking into. If they are concerned about not completing tasks or are feeling stressed or overworked, you need to seek solutions. When your employees are consistently tired, they will not be able to perform their duties well, which will reflect poorly on the facility. Realize that your staff knows the current situation of the facility, so you can trust that they know what is needed for them to do their jobs properly.
Finding Quality Surgical Staffing
All healthcare facilities experience staff shortages at one point or another. It is especially common at this time due to COVID-19. It is crucial to know the signs that your facility is struggling with a shortage of staff so you can take action to rectify the situation. Taking steps, such as hiring new staff or finding quality staff to fill the gaps, will show you care about your facility’s reputation as well as your staff and patients.
Contact Us for Your Surgical Staffing Needs!
If your facility is experiencing any of the above signs your facility is short-staffed, contact J.V.H. Surgical Staffing today. At JVH Surgical Associates, we specialize in providing perioperative and rotating nurses. Our company is committed to helping medical professionals grow in their respective careers. We value our people and the relationships we have with them and make sure they are on the right track to achieving their goals. If you need help in finding skilled professionals to join your organization, you can count on us. Schedule a consultation today to get started. We look forward to working with you.