ShiftMed, a leader in On-Demand workforce technology, has partnered with Powers Health to expand nursing support at its Community Hospital, one of four premier healthcare facilities in Powers Health, nationally recognized for quality care through a full range of inpatient and outpatient programs. This collaboration brings Indiana its first-ever On-Demand technology implementation.
Through ShiftMed’s innovative scheduling platform and its extensive network of credentialed healthcare professionals, Powers Health is strengthening its internal float pool with highly skilled, On-Demand staff to support existing teams. This gives local nurses in the Munster,  Indiana area the flexibility to pick up per diem shifts at Community Hospital, giving full-time employees much-needed relief, enhancing overall support and ultimately improving the quality of patient care.
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“We are dedicated to delivering compassionate care to our communities by combining innovative workforce management technology with a patient-centered approach,” said Ronda McKay, CNO, VP Patient Care Services at Powers Health Community Hospital. “This strategic partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of care for individuals across Northwest Indiana while also supporting the well-being of our valued healthcare providers. We are initially launching the ShiftMed On-Demand platform at Community Hospital, with plans to expand to other facilities in the future.”
“We’re excited to partner with Powers Health and introduce our workforce technology platform to Indiana,” said Todd Walrath, CEO and founder of ShiftMed. “This collaboration highlights Community Hospital’s dedication to the health and well-being of its community. The support provided by ShiftMed extends beyond full-time and On-Demand staff — it ultimately enhances patient outcomes and the overall care experience. We look forward to seeing the positive impact our platform will have on this community and the future growth of our partnership.”
Source: PRNewswire
