Building a surge staffing plan before disaster season
Who you will need, how fast you will need them, and what to line up now so the first 72 hours do not depend on luck.
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Emergency response
Insights
Practical thinking on staffing for critical work.
Guides for healthcare leaders, emergency planners, shelter operators and the professionals who keep them running.
Healthcare staffing
Per diem, contract or permanent: picking the right model for your unit
Each model solves a different problem. A practical way to match coverage type to census swings, budget and continuity of care.
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Shelter operations
What to look for in crisis response staff for shelters
De-escalation, intake and trauma-informed care are skills, not personality traits. How to screen for them.
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Emergency response
Getting ready for a FEMA housing inspection
What an inspection usually covers, what to have on hand, and how to make the visit go smoothly.
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For job seekers
How to stand out for per diem and contract nursing roles
The details recruiters check first, and how to present certifications, specialties and availability clearly.
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Workforce
Scaling seasonal teams without losing quality
Pre-vetted pools, short onboarding and clear handoffs: what makes a temporary team feel permanent.
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Workforce
When contract-to-hire makes sense for IT roles
A low-risk way to test fit on real work before committing to a permanent hire.
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