Stabilizing Care Delivery: A Rural Health System’s Global Workforce Strategy
A Rural Health System’s Global Workforce Strategy
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Fisher-Titus Medical Center
The 99-bed rural hospital in Norwalk, Ohio, also operates skilled nursing, assisted living and home health services.
The Challenge
Burnout, retirements and rising demand strained its medical-surgical and critical care units. The pandemic increased dependence on temporary staff.
The Solution
The hospital directly hired international nurses, including nurses from the Philippines. It provided preceptors and clinical training at work, and community mentors, housing help and family support outside work. The case study cites a hiring timeline of 12 to 18 months and a three-year employment commitment.
The Results
Fisher-Titus filled hard-to-staff positions and reduced reliance on temporary coverage. The study describes nurses who decided to stay and families who became active in the community.