Nursing Homes Follow Regulatory ‘Breadcrumbs’ and Share Staff Across Diversified Portfolio
Having the right staff is key for skilled nursing providers to remain financially viable in a volatile market, with recent regulatory changes prioritizing planning for higher acuity patients.
Industry Challenges
Attracting new staff and retaining existing workers remains a struggle for the nursing home industry, emphasizing the need for a solid staffing plan to maintain profitability.
"You want to build the base of our skilled nursing staff," said Matt Trammel, COO at Journey Skilled Nursing.
Leaders from Journey Skilled Nursing and Ocean Healthcare shared their insights during a panel discussion at the Skilled Nursing News’ RETHINK Conference in Chicago, highlighting the importance of staffing in the industry.
- Journey has 22 facilities in six states
- Ocean operates 12 facilities in New Jersey
Author's summary: Nursing homes face staffing challenges amidst regulatory changes.