The healthcare staffing crisis isn't just a headline—it's a daily operational challenge across the industry. From skilled nursing and rehab centers to hospitals and correctional facilities, demand for talent is outpacing supply. At WSi Healthcare, we see the same critical errors playing out again and again—costing facilities time, money, and quality outcomes.

The upside? These mistakes are fixable. And fixing them gives your facility a competitive edge.

Here are the top five staffing mistakes healthcare facilities still make—and how WSi Healthcare helps you overcome them with confidence.

1. Overworking Your Core Team

When patient volumes surge or last-minute call-offs happen, the go-to solution is often the same: ask more from your core team. But this short-term patch leads to long-term damage—burnout, rising overtime expenses, and staff turnover.

WSi Healthcare Fix: Our ready-to-deploy roster of credentialed RNs, LPNs, CNAs, CMAs, and more means you can scale quickly and maintain continuity of care—without sacrificing your full-time staff’s well-being.

2. Moving Too Slowly to Hire

Top-tier healthcare professionals won’t sit around waiting. If your hiring process drags, you’re guaranteed to lose out to facilities that move faster. Delays in reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and extending offers are dealbreakers in 2025.

WSi Healthcare Advantage: We streamline the process from start to finish—prescreening, credentialing, and onboarding—so you get fully qualified W-2 talent exactly when you need it.

3. Offering Outdated Scheduling Models

Flexibility isn’t a perk—it’s an expectation. The modern healthcare workforce wants control over their schedule and work-life balance. Facilities offering only traditional shift blocks are pushing great candidates away.

WSi Healthcare Flexibility: We empower facilities with flexible staffing models, including per diem, PRN, contract, and block scheduling—customized for your region and your needs.

4. Risking It All with 1099 Contractors

It might seem convenient, but relying on 1099 contractors comes with significant risk. From compliance issues to liability concerns, it’s a shortcut that could cost you everything.

WSi Healthcare Strength: Every professional we place is a fully insured, W-2 employee—ensuring you’re covered from all sides. With W-2 staffing, your clinicians are protected by workers’ compensation, professional liability insurance, and unemployment benefits. You get peace of mind, full tax compliance, and fewer audit worries.

Beyond legal and financial safety, W-2 staffing promotes better retention. Clinicians feel more supported, valued, and secure, which boosts morale and long-term loyalty. You’re not just filling shifts—you’re building a workforce that lasts.

5. Treating Staffing Agencies Like Order Takers

When communication with your staffing partner is minimal, results suffer. Without consistent feedback and proactive planning, placements can miss the mark—and valuable time gets lost in the shuffle.

The WSi Healthcare Promise: We don’t just fill orders—we build partnerships. Our hands-on account managers work with you to forecast needs, fine-tune placements, and adapt quickly to changes on the floor.

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