Nurse Staffing

The Scheduler’s Dilemma: When You Only Have Two Floaters and Five Open Shifts?

In healthcare, scheduling floaters in healthcare staffing gaps isn’t just coordination—it’s crisis management. Especially when the math doesn’t add up. Imagine having five open shifts, but only two floaters. The numbers don’t lie, but somehow, the schedule still needs to get done. This is the everyday reality for schedulers. The stakes? Staff burnout, patient safety, and manager stress. But there’s a smarter way to handle the chaos. Key Takeaways Scheduling gaps are common and create serious ripple effects. Two floaters